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New Zealand singer-songwriter known for her minimalist electropop style and introspective lyricsLorde rose to global fame as a teenager with her debut single 'Royals' (2013), which topped charts worldwide and earned two Grammy Awards. Her critically acclaimed albums 'Pure Heroine' (2013) and 'Melodrama' (2017) explore themes of youth, fame, and alienation. She maintains artistic independence while addressing social issues like climate change.

• Became the youngest solo artist (age 16) to achieve a #1 US Billboard Hot 100 single since 1987 with 'Royals'
• Took a four-year hiatus after 'Melodrama' to process grief following her dog's death and attend university courses
• Known for rejecting celebrity culture; declined a Taylor Swift tour invitation to focus on authenticity
• Faced controversy in 2021 when 'Solar Power' album reviews were delayed until fans could hear it without media bias
• Openly discusses her synesthesia, explaining how she 'sees' music as colors and shapes during creation