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| Lorde Talks Gender Identity in Virgin |
Lorde Discusses Gender Identity Ahead of North American Tour
New Zealand Singer Explores Masculinity and Femininity in Latest Album
New Zealand singer Lorde has opened up about her
experiences with gender as she promotes her fourth studio album, Virgin,
released on June 27. The 28-year-old artist reflected on her evolving
relationship with womanhood and masculinity in recent interviews.
Lorde, whose real name is Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, told Le Monde that she “never felt like a woman until I was 26.” She described her mother as androgynous and cited influences such as David Bowie and Grace Jones in shaping her understanding of gender identity.
Key Highlights from Lorde’s Statements
- On Virgin,
Lorde explores fluid gender expression through songs like “Man of the
Year” and “Hammer”.
- Lyrics
in “Hammer” include: “Some days I’m a woman, some days I’m a man.”
- She
described her gender identity as “broadening” and said she resists strict
labels, including non-binary categorization.
- Before producing the album, Lorde studied queer literature and books on the body to inform her creative process.
Upcoming Tour Dates
- North
America: Begins September 17 in Austin, Texas.
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"The UK leg of
the tour is set for November, featuring a Paris show at the Zénith arena on
November 10."
Her performances and public appearances continue to highlight androgyny and diverse expressions of gender.
Quick Facts
- Lorde
gained international recognition at just 16 with her hit track 'Royals.
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" "Lorde
has been awarded two Grammys and received a Golden Globe nomination for her
contributions to music."
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- Virgin debuted at number 1 on the UK charts upon release.
Sources
- Le
Monde Interview
- Rolling Stone Coverage
Lorde’s latest album Virgin presents her exploration
of gender, blending elements of masculinity and femininity. Her upcoming tour
will showcase this theme to international audiences.