If you follow me on Twitter (@evan_cuneo, because I need the followers), you know that I've been obsessing over a new artist, Lorde. Lorde is, of course, a stage name for this 16 year old New Zealand singer-songwriter who is just starting to make a name for herself over here in the United States. Her first single, "Royals," is my pick for Song of the Week! While Lorde's debut EP "The Love Club" consists of five great tracks, "Royals" is the clear standout. With a thumping infectious intro, it's easy to understand why this song will stay on repeat for days upon your first listen. Lorde's earworm beats and light, powerful voice combine for a killer track that only leaves the mind to interpretation for killer dubstep remixes (and the time will come, since the song is due to blow up very soon). Lyrically, the song comes from the state of mind of a young teenager, lamenting the fact that she'll never live the glamorous lifestyle that singers brag about in their songs. My favorite part of the song is the rapidfire bridge before the chorus: "Every song's like gold teeth, Grey Goose, trippin' in the bathroom, blood stains, ball gowns, trashing the hotel rooms, we don't care, we're driving Cadillacs in our dreams." It helps that it's a relatable topic, because haven't you ever found yourself singing along to these kinds of songs and knowing that you'll never really experience that luxurious lifestyle? Add to the fact that Lorde is a talented singer and songwriter, and that the beat does not get old (seriously, I've had the song on constant play for a few weeks now and it's still killer), and you've got a perfect mix for the next big thing in music. I highly advise you to check out the rest of Lorde's discography if you like "Royals". She has "The Love Club" EP and a single called "Tennis Court" which features a B-side called "Swingin Party". Take a listen to Lorde's soon-to-be hit single below:
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