Simple Minds, amid their rise to fame, were initially ambivalent about 'Don't You (Forget About Me),' the song integral to John Hughes' 1985 film 'The Breakfast Club.' Lead singer Jim Kerr described their first reaction as underwhelming, leading them to hesitate before accepting the project. A lack of familiarity with American high school culture added to their uncertainty. Nevertheless, performance of the song would link them forever to the film, which captured youthful angst and stereotypes, while the song gained relevance through generational appreciation since its release.
"It sounded a little generic to us... I'd be lying if I said we were jumping up and down." - Jim Kerr, reflecting on initial impressions of their hit.
"Having played 'Don't You (Forget About Me)' hundreds of times over the past four decades, Simple Minds is forever linked with the song." - On the lasting impact of their iconic soundtrack.
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