Lorde Releases NSFW Vinyl Cover Featuring Nude Imagery, Sparks Fan Debate

Lorde's latest album, "Virgin," has generated significant attention both for its music and its provocative artwork. The album cover features a stylized X-ray of her pelvis, which sparked viral speculation by a TikTok user claiming to be a radiologist who identified signs of constipation in the image; this claim was supported by others referencing visible white splotches as feces. Additionally, the physical vinyl edition includes a controversial insert with a nude photo of Lorde wearing sheer pants, which some fans defended as artistic while others found it explicit, prompting a Parental Advisory label on the album packaging. Lorde confirmed the nude photo is indeed of her, linking the bold visuals to the personal themes of the album, which marks a notable comeback following her 2021 release. The release coincided with a surprise performance at Glastonbury, where Lorde energized fans with a memorable set. Alongside the artwork and performance, Lorde has also made headlines for reconciling with Charli XCX, further highlighting her evolving artistic and personal journey.