Lorde releases music video for latest single following surprise performance and anticipation
es with the shirt unbuttoned, revealing a black bikini top. She then emerges on stage in front of a surprised audience after climbing through a manhole.
The song features lyrics that touch upon controversial themes, mentioning MDMA, cigarettes, and drug use. Lines like “MDMA in the back garden, blow our pupils up / We kiss for hours straight / Well baby, what was that” hint at a provocative narrative. Additionally, the song seems to allude to a past relationship with lines like “Since I was 17, I gave you everything / Now we wake from a dream / Well baby, what was that.”
Shortly after the video’s release on YouTube, it quickly garnered 20,000 likes, indicating a positive reception from fans. The anticipation leading up to the video’s release was fueled by cryptic messages and teasers posted on Lorde’s social media platforms. A post shared at 3 am revealed a brief clip of the singer breathing heavily, building suspense for the full release of the video at midnight ET.
Fans who gathered at Washington Square Park in New York were initially left disappointed after police attempted to shut down the pop-up performance. However, producer Dev Hynes, rumored to be working with Lorde on her new album, came to the rescue by playing the full version of her new track through a speaker.
The excitement surrounding the release of Lorde’s new video was further amplified by a series of cryptic messages and social media posts by the singer. Fans were treated to a rare appearance by Lorde herself at the park, where she presented the new single in a surprise performance.
The video’s aesthetic, featuring shots of Lorde biking through New York City and her impromptu performance, captured the essence of the song’s lyrics and themes. This release marks Lorde’s return to the music scene after her 2021 album “Solar Power,” further solidifying her reputation as a unique and innovative artist.
With each album release, Lorde has demonstrated growth and evolution in her music, captivating audiences with her distinct voice and style. The release of “What Was That” showcases her continued ability to surprise and excite fans with her groundbreaking music and creative vision.