‘i don’t need your permission’ by mary strand kicks in like a glitterbomb on a mission. bold, punchy, and fiercely self-assured – it doesn’t ask, it declares.

minneapolis-based and forever electric, strand leans into a prince-inspired new wave shimmer, wrapping smart, autobiographical lyrics in linn drum textures and snarling guitars. it’s geek pride turned power-pop protest, and every second radiates control.

this is the sixth and final single before her new album, and it sounds like a manifesto. a middle finger with melody. an anthem for anyone who’s ever been underestimated.

thank u for making this mary strand ❤️