Lorde is the new breed. Stripped back sounds, fathom-deep lyrics and a social commentary that is pin sharp. Intense, intelligent and in town.
Raised on a nutritious musical diet of Neil Young, Fleetwood Mac, The Smiths and Nick Drake, alongside a smattering of soul food from the likes of Etta James and Otis Redding, Ella was definitely set off on strong melodic footing.
Sober debuted in the Official New Zealand Top 40 Singles on 26 June 2017. It has been in the Top 40 Singles for one week with a highest position of #18. There are 13 songs by Lorde in the Top 40 Singles with three reaching Number One.