A gut-punching narrative about domestic violence and survival, “Mary” is a blend of rock, blues, and funk, and delivers the story of a woman trapped in an abusive marriage.

A gut-punching narrative about domestic violence and survival, “Mary” is a blend of rock, blues, and funk, and delivers the story of a woman trapped in an abusive marriage.

Singer-songwriter Hallie Marie unveils her latest single, “Mary,” blending blues, rock, and funk elements into a song about domestic abuse and survival. Marie explains, “I wrote this song about a woman being physically abused by her partner; she is clearly in danger, but she refuses to admit it to herself.