Lorde explains how gender influenced her track Man Of The Year

Lorde Opens Up About Gender Themes in “Man of the Year”

Pop visionary Lorde is no stranger to bold, thought-provoking lyrics—and in her latest track Man of the Year, she’s sparking conversations once again. In a recent interview, the New Zealand-born singer-songwriter delved into how gender dynamics helped shape the message and energy behind the song.

According to Lorde, Man of the Year is more than just a catchy anthem—it’s a deliberate exploration of power, perception, and how women are often expected to navigate ambition differently than men. “I wanted to flip the script,” she explained. “When a man takes control, he’s seen as a leader. When a woman does it, it can be read as arrogance or aggression. Man of the Year is me claiming that space unapologetically.”

Lorde revealed that the title itself is a tongue-in-cheek nod to how success is frequently gendered. “I thought, what if I took that phrase and made it mine—not in spite of being a woman, but because of it? There’s a kind of power in subverting that expectation.”

The track blends glossy production with sharp lyricism, echoing some of her earlier rebellious tones from Melodrama, while also embracing a newer, more assertive voice. “I wrote it from a place of wanting to be seen the way men often are—celebrated for being bold, for taking up space. It’s a little satirical, a little serious, and a lot me,” she added with a smile.

Fans and critics alike have praised the song for its confident edge and commentary on modern femininity. And as always, Lorde delivers her message with style—both poetic and powerful.

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