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Lorde Teases New Music with TikTok Snippet

New Zealand artist Lorde is making waves with her latest social media activity, hinting at new music nearly two years after her last release, Solar Power, in 2021. On April 9, she shared a brief snippet of an unreleased track on her official TikTok account. The accompanying video showcases her in Washington Square Park, New York City, singing along to the new lyrics which express a sense of nostalgia and introspection: “Since I was 17/I gave you everything/Now we wake from a dream/Well baby, what was that?” This marks Lorde’s debut post on TikTok, adding a fresh platform for her to connect with fans.

In conjunction with the TikTok post, Lorde took the opportunity to revamp her online presence by clearing her official website and Instagram account, further fueling speculation about upcoming projects. Since July, fans have been abuzz with the possibility of a fourth studio album, especially after Lorde shared an even shorter preview earlier and mentioned on Instagram, “Will be back in touch,” as reported by Billboard. The momentum continued with comments from producer Jim-E Stack, who suggested collaboration with Lorde by posting a photo of her working on music on her laptop.

Anticipation Builds for New Album

As Lorde re-establishes her online presence and gives glimpses of new music, excitement grows among her fanbase. The brief lyrical content shared in her TikTok hints at deeper themes that may resonate throughout her forthcoming work. Analyzing the context of the lyrics reveals a blend of vulnerability and strength, characteristics that have defined her previous albums. Such themes often invite listeners to reflect on their own experiences and emotions.

Fans are eager to see how Lorde’s artistic journey will evolve, particularly following her public shift of sound and style highlighted in Solar Power. The artist has a history of introspective songwriting, which suggests her new material may explore personal and universal themes in a unique way.

Looking Back at Lorde’s Impact

Revisiting Lorde’s previous performances, many critics and fans can attest to her powerful stage presence and lyrical prowess. For a retrospective glance, one might look at Pitchfork’s recognition of “7 Great Lorde Live Performances,” which showcases her ability to connect with audiences through both her sound and message.

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