Lorde presents “Man Of The Year,” a powerful new track produced by Lorde and Jim‑E Stack. The song, part of her forthcoming album Virgin, explores evolving gender identity and marks a continued shift in her artistic vision.
Lorde returns with “Man Of The Year,” a track that reflects her ongoing growth as both an artist and an individual. The singer-songwriter uses the song to address the complexity of her gender identity—a topic she opened up about during her Rolling Stone cover story and through her custom Thom Browne Met Gala look. In conversation with pop peer Chappell Roan, she explained, “I’m a woman except for the days when I’m a man.” She added, “My gender got way more expansive when I gave my body more room.” Her words offer a clear statement of her refusal to be confined by traditional expectations and highlight her commitment to presenting her true self.
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This single marks the second offering from her upcoming fourth album, Virgin, and extends the path she paved with her earlier, genre-defining work. Hailing from New Zealand, Lorde emerged on the global scene with a breakthrough that challenged industry norms and reshaped pop music. Her current release continues that journey, using direct lyrics and thoughtful production to explore personal transformation and shifting identity. The track benefits from the production collaboration between Lorde and Jim‑E Stack, whose clear, supportive arrangements underpin a reflective narrative.
Accompanied by a compelling music video, “Man Of The Year” provides insight into her process of self-reinvention and captures moments of vulnerability and resolve. The visual narrative reinforces the song’s themes and offers a window into the evolving conversation about gender in modern pop culture. Listeners are invited to engage with the layered message of the track, which stands as a further testament to Lorde’s ongoing influence on an industry that continues to challenge and redefine boundaries.
Lorde – Man Of The Year”
Produced by Lorde, Jim-E Stack
May 29, 2025
1 Songs, 3 minutes
℗ 2025 Universal Music New Zealand Limited
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