Lorde’s recently released album Virgin has stirred conversation online after images of its vinyl packaging revealed explicit content. The artwork includes a close-up photograph of a female genitalia, visible through transparent clothing, prompting varied reactions from fans.
Though the image's subject has not been confirmed, many listeners have speculated it is Lorde herself. The inclusion, described by some as bold and confrontational, has been both praised and questioned.
While some fans expressed shock, others viewed it as a powerful artistic statement. One social media user wrote, “It’s just a body,” while another added how they didn't realise that they were "gonna get flashed by lorde".
The vinyl edition of Virgin is clearly labelled with a parental advisory and includes an “adult images” warning on Lorde’s official website.
Virgin marks Lorde’s return to music following her 2022 album Solar Power, and fans have long awaited her next artistic chapter. Early reactions to the music itself have been largely positive, though the vinyl’s imagery has sparked debate about the role of physical media in contemporary pop expression.
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