Jack Goldstein - 101 Amazing Facts about Lorde

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101 AMAZING FACTS ABOUT LORDE

Jack Goldstein

&

Frankie Taylor

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Introduction

Are you one of the worlds most dedicated followers of singing sensation Lorde? Do you know more than any other fan? Or do you want to discover some fantastic information about the songstress who has taken the world by storm? If so, then this is the book for you! Contained within are more than one hundred amazing facts about everything, from how she got started in the music industry to her influences, likes, dislikes and much more. The book is easily organised into sections so you can find the information you want fast, and is perfect for all ages. No Lorde fan should be without it!

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The Basics

1. Lordes full name is actually Ella Marija Lani Yelich-OConnor.
2. She was born on the 7 th of November 1996.
3. This means that her star sign is Scorpio. Typical Scorpios are said to be passionate and dramatic; wise beyond their years they are known as old souls.
4. Lorde was born in Takapuna, a suburb of North Shore City on New Zealands North Island.
5. She grew up a few miles further south in Devonport, a suburb of Auckland - New Zealands largest city.
6. Lorde is famous for being a singer-songwriter, with her debut hit Royals being one of the most recognisable sounds of 2013.
7. She is 1.65m tall - thats just over five feet four inches.
8. A common theme running through Lordes work is to look at (and often criticise) mainstream pop culture.
9. In addition to this mature, cynical viewpoint, her works also reflect the typical experiences of a girl her age, touching on themes of relationships, romance and anxiety.
10. She has been the subject of some online hate after seemingly criticising a number of celebs, one of which was Justin Bieber. Her statement that he was not an ideal depiction of what it is like to be a young person sent the army of Beliebers into a real fury!

Family & Relationships

1. Lots of people had plenty to say in late 2013 when the usually private teen hinted at a relationship with twenty-four year old photographer James Lowe... but is a seven year age gap that big a deal?
2. The two met before Lorde was launched into the world of music, so James is used to sharing a normal life with his girlfriend. A once-avid blogger, he hit the web with a post in March 2014 expressing how his life had changed... but more importantly how much he missed her whilst she was touring and how proud he was of her - awww!
3. As the post went on he referred to a quote by Jared Leto, writing that fame doesnt change you, it changes everyone around you. While Im not the centre of attention here (and f**k, the times I have, its never been fun), I do become aware of the people around me and their transparency. They fail to hide it.
4. Hands up to Lorde when she was quizzed on her close friendship with Taylor Swift; the two had been spotted partying, shopping and just generally enjoying girl time when she was asked Are you guys together now? Not together as in Lesbians, Im not talking about Ellen [DeGeneres] together when the singer chimed back What do you mean youre not talking about Ellen Together? Is there something wrong with lesbians?... You go girl!
5. Along with Taylor, Lorde is also really close to English singer Ellie Goulding. The two posted pictures on their Instagrams of them having a friendly kiss on the cheek... James is missing out on so much!
6. Lorde has two sisters - Jerry and India.
7. She also has a brother called Angelo.
8. Lordes father, Vic OConnor is a civil engineer.
9. Her mother, Sonja Yelich is well-known New Zealand poet.
10. Although her parents have been in a loving relationship for many years, they only became engaged in June 2014!

Awards

Here are some of the many awards Lorde has already won in her short career so far...

1. 2013 New Zealand Music Awards - Single of the Year (for Royals )
2. 2013 APRA Silver Scroll Award (for Royals )
3. 2014 World Music Awards - Best New Artist
4. 2014 Taite Music Prize (for Pure Heroine )
5. 2014 MTV Video Music Awards - Best Rock Video (for Royals )
6. 2014 iHeartRadio Music Awards - Best new Artist
7. 2014 Grammy Awards - Song of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance (for Royals )
8. 2014 Brit Awards - International Female Solo Artist
9. 2014 Billboard Music Awards - Top New Artist
10. 2014 APRA Awards - Outstanding International Achievement Award

Did You Know?

1. In 2009 a young Ella (as she was known then) won her schools annual talent show singing together with a friend called Louis McDonald.
2. Lorde writes alongside a songwriter and record producer called Joel Little, who has worked with her on most of her successes.
3. Forbes magazine recently gave Lorde a place on their 30 under 30 list - a whos who of the most influential young people in the world today.
4. One source online tells us that the song title Royals came to Lorde when she saw a picture of Kansas City Royals baseball great George Brett... were not so sure that is true!
5. She said that she tries to stay away from writing songs about love and heartbreak - as in her words you can go to Taylor Swift to hear that!
6. She is the first solo artist from New Zealand ever to top the US Singles chart - and if youre wondering about Somebody That I Used To Know, it was released under the name Gotye - an act- rather than an individual performer!
7. Some critics described Lordes debut album Pure Heroine as the album of a generation.
8. When New York mayor Bill de Blasio was elected, he used Royals as his victory speech walk-on music!
9. Lorde has earned a significant additional income from her song Royals after it was chosen by tech giant Samsung for use in a commercial for their Galaxy Gear Smartphone. In the ad, you will see children singing the song in Barcelonas city streets.
10. Curt Smith of Tears for Fears fame loved Lordes cover of his bands hit Everybody Wants to Rule the World so much that he asked her to perform it with him at KROQs Almost Acoustic Christmas event.

Influences

1. When asked if she was influenced by traditional New Zealand music, Lorde admitted that she wasnt - as most of the music that she listens to is not made by New Zealanders!
2. Lorde credits her mother as strongly influencing her lyrics; she bought her a number of books and encouraged her to read a range of genres.
3. Contrary to what you might think, Lorde is actually a big fan of Kanye West, and has been known to cover his songs in her live performances!
4. And another surprise... despite her criticism of pop culture, Lorde has admitted that she is a huge fan of Miley Cyrus, particularly in her old Hannah Montana guise!