Lorde Reveals ‘Man of the Year’ Single Addressing Gender Identity

Lorde has announced her next single, "Man of the Year," from her upcoming album Virgin, set for release on June 27. The song is a deeply personal exploration of her evolving and fluid gender identity, reflecting a blend of masculinity and femininity. Inspired by a moment when she taped her chest to visualize her gender feelings, the cover art and her recent Met Gala outfit both symbolize this expression. Lorde has described herself as "in the middle, gender-wise," embracing days when she feels more masculine and others when she feels more feminine. The album Virgin aims to document her raw and primal femininity alongside her masculinity, marking a significant artistic and personal evolution. This track follows the earlier single "What Was That," which also touched on themes of gender broadening and self-discovery.