Winona Fighter is back with a vengeance, dropping their explosive new single “Swear To God That I’m (FINE)” via Rise Records. Clocking in at just over two minutes, this track is a potent mix of raw vulnerability and unbridled punk energy, staying true to the band’s knack for blending emotionally charged lyrics with fiery instrumentals. Frontwoman Coco Kinnon’s delivery is as fierce as ever, turning personal introspection into a powerful anthem. You can check out the single here: https://winonafighter.lnk.to/SwearToGodThatImFine and the music video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-jsMBDwCUg.
“Swear To God That I’m (FINE)” comes from a deeply personal place for Kinnon, who shares her struggles with balancing personal and professional success in the music industry. “When things start working out, you feel so much gratitude you could explode—or at least that’s my experience,” Kinnon confesses. Her candid reflections on the pressures of tying personal worth to career success resonate throughout the track, with the band’s bassist and producer Austin Luther, along with cowriter Jayden Seeley, helping to channel these emotions into the song’s cathartic lyrics.
Kinnon’s honesty is refreshing as she navigates the complexities of feeling gratitude while still battling internal struggles. “I’d tell myself, ‘If the band’s doing great, I should be doing great,’ which I’ve learned isn’t always true,” she admits. This brutal self-reflection makes the song relatable for anyone who’s ever felt like they weren’t allowed to struggle amidst success. The music video, directed by the team at We’re All Gonna Die, further amplifies this message by depicting Kinnon’s younger self grappling with doubts and insecurities, a sentiment that speaks to anyone who has ever taken the less conventional path in life.
Catch Winona Fighter live at upcoming festivals like Riot Fest, Oceans Calling, South Star, Louder Than Life, and Aftershock. With their unstoppable energy and Kinnon’s dynamic stage presence, this Nashville-based punk band is carving out their own space in the punk revival, creating a sound that’s not just gritty and rebellious, but accessible to anyone willing to listen.