Lorde's 2021 album Solar Power marked a shift in her artistic focus, emphasizing nature over fame, which resulted in divisive opinions among fans and critics. Following this introspective work, her comeback single, What Was That, re-engaged her with her earlier sound. The new album Virgin reflects a desire for connection and experience, contrasting with the retreat seen in Solar Power. Critics are split on its sound and themes, pondering if it’s an effort to repel or cater to listener expectations while examining the ongoing challenges of fame and celebrity culture.
Lorde's album Solar Power marked a departure from fame, focusing on nature, but divided opinions. A year later, she committed to returning to upbeat pop with her latest single.
The new album Virgin showcases Lorde rediscovering her connection to fame and experience, contrasting with the self-reflective nature of Solar Power and exploring the cost of early celebrity.
Critics are divided on Virgin’s sound, questioning if its lyrical themes signal a push away from listeners or a response to expectations of creating popular music.
Lorde reflects on her role in the pop landscape, balancing her own myth while witnessing emerging artists openly engaging with the trappings of fame, a stark deviation from previous generations.
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