10 Best Lorde Songs
10. Solar Power
Solar Power is the first single with which Lorde re-emerged on the music scene after years off, and it didn't disappoint. It's an upbeat song with a much more positive and ambient message than what we're used to hearing from Lorde. This track encourages listeners to protect the environment in this time of climate change.
The lyrics of the verses of these songs are full of analogies and references, something typical of Lorde. For example, she says she hates winter from the beginning, calling himself a 'prettier Jesus'. So even though we have to wait through verses and choruses to hear the fantastic ending and mention of Solar Power, it's a wait that pays off in spades.
Lorde's vocal performance is quite characteristic in this song. It's full of arrangements and harmonies throughout its verses and in the incredible outro. Still, the song feels light and flows without too much effort.
Additionally to the song, she presents us with a music video that's not far behind in terms of quality. It's a video that puts us in tune with the aesthetics and theme of her new album. In it, we can see Lorde on a beach next to a community while they carry out their tasks. Visually it's incredible, and it goes hand in hand with the song, definitely a comeback worthy of an artist of her kind.