SHINee Taemin Releases New Single 'PERMISSION' Under Galaxy Corporation

SHINee’s Taemin has released his second digital single under Galaxy Corporation, titled "PERMISSION." Following his performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, the track serves as a declaration of his artistic autonomy and future direction.

Key Facts

• "PERMISSION" was released on May 22 at 1 PM KST, marking Taemin's second release since joining Galaxy Corporation in March 2026.
• The song features a dark, sophisticated sound with restrained rhythms, tense development, and immersive vocals.
• Taemin co-wrote the lyrics with JHart and Rachel West; the track was produced by JORDi, who has collaborated with David Guetta and Snoop Dogg.
• The song was first unveiled in April 2026 at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, where Taemin performed six unreleased tracks.
• Taemin is the first South Korean male soloist to be included in the official Coachella lineup and perform a standalone set.
• The single's cover art was inspired by Taemin's Coachella stage costume.
• The lyrics offer an autobiographical narrative about self-determination, using the refrain "Don't need no permission" to symbolize liberation from external control.

Key Terms

• Galaxy Corporation: The entertainment agency Taemin joined in March 2026, which also manages G-Dragon.
• Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival: The largest U.S. music festival, where Taemin recently performed a set described by officials as his "artistic peak."

Key Quote

"Taemin's unique narrative proven through the Coachella stage will be completed through this single... It is a song where you can confirm the artistic direction Taemin pursues beyond a simple music release." — Galaxy Corporation