Lorde's new album, Virgin, has a lot of new pop songs for fans to enjoy, but the artwork is getting a lot of attention because it has a...
Lorde's new album, Virgin, has a lot of new pop songs for fans to enjoy, but the artwork is getting a lot of attention because it has a naked photo that many people online say is on the vinyl version.
After the record came out on Friday, fans posted pictures on social media that they said were from the vinyl release's insert. In the picture, someone's belly could be seen partially through the zipper of a pair of see-through trousers.
"Lorde showing off her vinyl with David Bowie." "For anyone who's confused--I love this cover," one fan wrote on X, sharing a picture of the NSFW picture.
On Lorde's official website, the usual cover is a blue X-ray of a pelvis that hovers just above the outline of the photo of the naked girl that fans have shared online. In both images, you can see the grey carpeting behind the body.
Potential buyers are warned by the singer's store with a big "PARENTAL ADVISORY" that there are "ADULT IMAGES" inside.
A Lorde representative told Entertainment Weekly on Saturday that the artwork on the Virgin vinyl insert shows the artist herself naked and in clear trousers. The New Zealand singer-songwriter, who is 28 years old, released her fourth album on Friday. It's her first full-length record since 2021's Solar Power, which was a commercial disappointment for her.
The first song from Lorde's new album, "What Was That," changed that by becoming her first solo top 40 hit in the US in almost eight years. Her last one was "Green Light" in 2017. Lorde made news last year when she ended a private feud with Charli XCX that had been going on for years. This happened after XCX wrote about their troubled relationship on her 2024 Brat song "Girl, So Confusing" without naming Lorde.
Later, after Lorde used a remix of the song to work out their differences, the two revealed that the song was about their relationship. They've since done the song together on live.
In the version, Lorde said she was "speechless" after Charli XCX left her a raw voice note telling her how she felt about their relationship. Lorde said that she would "work it out on the remix" of the song in the end.
"You always say, 'Let's go out,' but I cancel at the last minute," Lorde sang in the new version. It was hard for me to focus on your pictures because I've been fighting with my body for a few years now. If I tried to starve myself to lose weight, I would put it all back. I was stuck in anger, and your life looked so great. Absolutely no way did I believe my voice was in yours."
FAQs
What does the vinyl edition of Lorde’s album look like?
The vinyl edition of Lorde’s album features minimalist artwork with a clean aesthetic, often reflecting the theme of the album. For example, the Solar Power vinyl has warm, earthy tones and sun-inspired visuals.
Are there different vinyl colour variants of Lorde’s albums?
Yes, Lorde’s albums are available in multiple vinyl colour variants, including limited editions such as translucent yellow, ocean blue, and standard black pressings.
Where can I see pictures of Lorde vinyl releases?
You can view photos of Lorde’s vinyl releases on her official website, music retail sites like Urban Outfitters and Amazon, or vinyl communities on Discogs and Reddit.
Does the Lorde vinyl include special artwork or inserts?
Yes, many of Lorde’s vinyl editions include exclusive artwork, lyric booklets, posters, and sometimes handwritten notes or photo prints, depending on the edition.
Is the vinyl packaging of Lorde’s latest album controversial?
Yes, the Solar Power vinyl drew mixed reactions for its unconventional eco-friendly “discless” packaging, which included a digital download card instead of a CD, sparking debate among fans and collectors.