Perry Edwards stepping on the gas.
The universally beloved Small mix star has revealed his latest solo single, “The Passenger Princess” – a powerful, guitar-driven anthem that sees the singer lean further into the rock influences fans have been eager to hear. Released today (May 29), the track comes as ‘If he wanted he would’ the singer continues to forge her identity beyond the chart-dominating girl group that made her a household name.
Built around soaring hooks, crunchy guitars and a carefree sense of escapism, “The Passenger Princess” turns a viral phrase into a relatable metaphor for giving up control and letting someone else take the wheel—both literally and emotionally. Perrie delivers the song with a confidence that feels worlds away from her early solo material, embracing a bolder, more rebellious sonic palette.
“This feels like the Perrie sound many fans have been waiting for,” one listener wrote on social media shortly after the song’s release, reflecting a wider sentiment in fan communities celebrating the singer’s shift towards a more rock-oriented direction.
The single follows a busy period for Edwards, who has spent the past two years establishing himself as a solo artist following Little Mix’s hiatus. While her previous releases showcased polished pop production and powerful vocals, “The Passenger Princess” pushing her sound into fresher territory, balancing radio-ready melodies with a sharper guitar-led energy.
Commenting on the infectious track, Perrie says: “This song was written from a really honest place. Sometimes you just want someone to hold it together for you for a minute! It’s about letting yourself be seen and not feeling guilty about it. I’m really excited to embrace an even rockier sound in my music. I see all the feedback from my fans and I know this is what they want!”
Perrie – Passenger Princess (Official Lyric Video)
The arrival of “The Passenger Princess” also brings new life to a fan favorite. The track was first made available as a demo on the digital fan deluxe edition of Perrie’s self-titled debut album, which debuted at number 3 on the UK Albums Chart last year.
The deeply personal record served as a statement of intent for the singer’s post-Little Mix career, weaving together the wide-ranging influences that shaped her musical upbringing. Across her tracklist, Perrie successfully mixed bright pop melodies with flashes of rock and roll, guitar-driven production, touches of country and a healthy dose of eighties-inspired style. It also featured her breakthrough solo single “Forget Us”which became a Top 10 hit in the UK and helped establish Edwards as a solo force in his own right.
The singer’s momentum has only continued to build. Edwards has now amassed more than 200 million streams across his solo catalog, highlighting the success of a career transition that many artists struggle to navigate.
The release comes ahead of a busy summer festival season for Perrie. This weekend she will appear as one of the main artists at Mighty Hoopla in London before taking the stage at major UK events including Isle of Wight Festival, TRNSMT Festivaland The big festival.
With “The Passenger Princess” Now getting a full official release, Perrie seems to be embracing the rock-leaning instincts that have long sat beneath the surface of her music – and audiences seem more than ready to come along for the ride.
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