Perrie Edwards is stepping on the gas.
The universally adored Little Mix star has unveiled her latest solo single, ‘Passenger Princess’ – a punchy, guitar-driven anthem that finds the singer leaning further into the rock influences fans have been eager to hear. Released today (May 29th), the track arrives as the ‘If He Wanted To He Would’ singer continues to carve out 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, ‘Passenger Princess’ transforms a viral phrase into a relatable metaphor about surrendering control and allowing someone else to 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 a lot of fans have been waiting for,” one listener wrote on social media shortly after the song’s release, echoing a wider sentiment across fan communities celebrating the singer’s shift toward a more rock-oriented direction.
The single follows a busy period for Edwards, who has spent the last two years establishing herself as a solo artist after Little Mix’s hiatus. While her previous releases showcased polished pop production and powerhouse vocals, ‘Passenger Princess’ pushes her sound into fresher territory, balancing radio-ready melodies with a sharper, guitar-led energy.
Commenting on the infectious track, Perrie says: “This song is 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 looked 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 ‘Passenger Princess’ also gives new life to a fan favourite. 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 No. 3 on the U.K. 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 its track-list, Perrie successfully blended bright pop melodies with flashes of rock and roll, guitar-driven production, touches of country, and a healthy dose of Eighties-inspired flair. It also featured her breakthrough solo single ‘Forget About Us’, which became a U.K. Top 10 hit and helped establish Edwards as a solo force in her own right.
The singer’s momentum has only continued to build. Edwards has now amassed more than 200 million streams across her solo catalog, underscoring 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 is set to appear as one of the headline performers at Mighty Hoopla in London before taking the stage at major U.K. events including the Isle of Wight Festival, TRNSMT Festival, and The Big Feastival.
With ‘Passenger Princess’ now receiving a full official release, Perrie appears 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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