Lorde released her fourth studio album, Virgin, on June 27, but it’s not just the music turning heads. A provocative photo included in the album’s vinyl edition has sparked an internet frenzy, with fans dubbing it the “Lordeussy.”
The term “Lordeussy” refers to a close-up image included in the vinyl packaging that appears to show a body part, presumed by fans to be Lorde’s own, visible through sheer plastic trousers. The image, though subtle and partially obscured, has become the center of online discourse for its boldness and ambiguity.
This isn’t the only intimate visual in Virgin. The album cover itself features an X-ray image of a pelvis, complete with what looks like an IUD, signaling strong themes of bodily autonomy and reproductive identity. Together, these visuals have prompted fans to dive deep into the symbolism of the album.
A Bold Statement
The image in question is unmistakably a photograph of a vagina, visible through transparent plastic trousers. There’s no ambiguity or optical illusion: it’s simply there, included as part of the album’s packaging.
While the identity of the person in the photo hasn’t been officially confirmed, fans have drawn their own conclusions and widely believe it to be Lorde herself.
In the lead-up to the album’s release, Lorde built anticipation through a series of Instagram posts and teaser clips.
The Music Behind the Hype
Beyond the discourse, Virgin has earned critical acclaim. Featuring eleven tracks, including Hammer, the album explores intimate and introspective themes.
The Guardian praised the project as “an act of consolidation,” writing, “Lorde has reappeared because she’s got something fresh to say rather than to reassert her commercial pop bona fides.”
Whether you’re here for the music, the message, or the memes, one thing is clear: Virgin is making waves and “Lordeussy” is at the heart of the conversation.
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