5 Key Facts About Lorde's Debut Album Pure Heroine
- Pure Heroine was released on September 27, 2013, through Universal, Lava, and Republic Records.
- The album established Lorde’s minimalist, moody pop sound, heavily influenced by art pop and electronic music.
- It spawned the global hit “Royals,” which won two Grammy Awards and topped charts worldwide.
- Pure Heroine was recorded when Lorde was just 16, with producer Joel Little.
- The album received critical acclaim for its lyrical themes of youth, class, and suburban life.