Power Snatch “ASSIGNMENT”: Inside Hayley Williams’ New Indie Project

If you’ve been scrolling through Bandcamp or saw the “Mission: Impossible” memes taking over your feed, you’ve probably heard “ASSIGNMENT.” It’s the lead single from Hayley’s new project with producer Daniel James, and honestly, it’s the exact kind of “I’m over it” anthem we needed for 2026.

Here’s why everyone is obsessed with this track and why it’s more than just another solo side project.

The Vibe: Spy Movie Meets 90s Grunge

If you’re expecting a high-energy Paramore chorus, adjust your ears. “ASSIGNMENT” feels like a fever dream. It’s moody, it’s lo-fi, and it leans heavily into that raw, “sawtoothed” sound Hayley teased on social media.

The track is built on a pulsing, rhythmic tension. It’s less about singing for the back row and more about a whispered conversation. Think Kim Gordon meets Portishead, with a dash of that DIY garage energy that defined the 90s.

What is the “Assignment,” anyway?

The song hits home because it’s a direct look at the mental gymnastics of moving on. We’ve all been there—that stage after a breakup where every song, every street corner, and every social media notification feels like a “mission” you have to navigate.

  • The Humor: Hayley’s wit is sharper than ever here. When she drops the line, “Always men, why men? I don’t even like them… just as a concept,” you can almost hear her rolling her eyes. It’s that relatable, exhausted humor that makes the song feel human.

  • The Breakthrough: By the time she gets to the bridge—referencing a boulder rolling away from a tomb—the song shifts from paranoia to freedom. The “assignment” isn’t about surviving the ex anymore; it’s about the work of finding yourself again.

“Not everything is a message to you… Stop decoding.”

Quick Breakdown

  • The Duo: Hayley Williams & Daniel James (Canon Blue).

  • The Sound: Dark, cinematic, and unpolished in the best way.

  • Where to find it: It’s currently on Bandcamp and [untitled]—the band is keeping things a bit “underground” for now, though you can find the single on the usual streaming giants.

Why It Hits Different

Coming off the heels of Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party, Power Snatch feels like Hayley finally exhaling. It’s messy, it’s experimental, and it doesn’t care about being a “radio hit.” It’s just good music made with a friend.

“ASSIGNMENT” isn’t just a song; it’s a mood for anyone who is tired of overthinking and ready to just be.