Lorde's journey as an artist has been marked by distinct stages, from the self-assured teen in 2013's Pure Heroine to the introspective 28-year-old in her latest album, Virgin. While Pure Heroine established her as a voice of disenchanted youth, her 2017 release, Melodrama, showcased her emotional depth through romantic pop. However, her subsequent album, Solar Power, received criticism for its ambiguous messaging. As she opens Virgin with the acknowledgment of her uncertainties, Lorde explores her identity and gender expression, illustrating a more complex and authentic version of herself.
"I'm ready to feel like I don't have the answers." This line from the opener, "Hammer," reveals Lorde's current mindset—embracing uncertainty in her personal growth and artistry.
Her last album, Solar Power, was a high-concept, low-substance release that turned her into a granola pop goddess, but left listeners uncertain with its muddled messaging.
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