Your Favorite Pop Star's Favorite Pop Star Is Back
Briefly

The article explores the concept of artistic masks in music careers, highlighting Lorde's provocative album cover, which combines vulnerability with mystique. Unlike artists like Madonna and Bowie, who used masks intentionally, Lorde's transparency poses questions about authenticity. Her previous album, 'Solar Power', initially seen as liberating, was revealed as a facade for deeper issues like self-image crises. The current album 'Virgin' marks a return to boldness, signifying growth in her artistry and addressing internal conflicts shaped by fame and societal expectations.
Lorde's album cover and lyrics explore the tension between authenticity and disguise, revealing how vulnerability can mask deeper mysteries.
Artists like Madonna and David Bowie embraced masks in their careers, making the concept itself a focal point in their artistic expression.
Read at Slate Magazine
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