Lorde
1996–present
Being a famous singer and songwriter known for unique pop music and thoughtful lyrics
Early Life
Lorde was born on November 7, 1996, in a city called Auckland in New Zealand. Her real name is Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, but she chose the stage name “Lorde” because she liked how it sounded strong and royal.
As a child, Ella loved reading books, especially stories with interesting characters and big ideas. She also enjoyed music and poetry, which helped her learn how to play with words and express her feelings.
Discovering Music
When Ella was only 12 years old, a talent scout heard her sing at a school show. This led to her being signed to a music company, which helped her learn how to write songs and perform.
She spent several years practicing, writing, and finding her own style. Instead of rushing to be famous, she took her time to make music that felt honest and meaningful to her.
Big Break and Success
Lorde became world-famous at age 16 with her song “Royals.” The song was different from many pop songs at the time and talked about being yourself instead of chasing fame or riches.
“Royals” became a huge hit around the world and won important music awards. Her first album, *Pure Heroine*, showed that young people could create powerful music with smart ideas.
Growing as an Artist
As she grew older, Lorde continued to make music that shared her thoughts about life, growing up, and understanding emotions. Her albums, like *Melodrama* and *Solar Power*, showed how artists can change and grow over time.
She is known for performing confidently on stage and for writing songs that feel personal but relatable to many people.
Legacy and Inspiration
Lorde has inspired many young people to be themselves and to value creativity. She showed that you don’t have to follow trends to succeed—you can create your own path.
Her story reminds kids that patience, hard work, and staying true to yourself can lead to amazing achievements.
🎉 Fun Facts
Lorde chose her stage name because she liked royal words and added an “e” to make it more feminine.
She was only 16 years old when her song “Royals” became a number-one hit.
Lorde loves reading and often says books inspire her music.
She comes from New Zealand, a country famous for beautiful landscapes.
She writes many of her own songs, including the lyrics and melodies.