New York City’s Washington Square Park was flooded with fans of the singer Lorde after she sent out a text message inviting them to meet her there on Tuesday. Dressed in jeans and a bikini under a white shirt, Lorde danced to her new single “What Was That” as the crowd gathered around her, capturing the impromptu moment on video.
Earlier attempts to hold a gathering in the park were shut down by park rangers and local police, who informed attendees that the event was canceled. In response, Lorde took to Instagram stories to express her amazement at the turnout and apologize for the dispersal.
According to a statement from a DCPI Spokesperson, officers were alerted to the unscheduled event in the park and informed the organizers that a sound and parks permit is required to conduct a concert in a New York City park. The individual hosting the event lacked these permits, leading to the cancellation of the performance.
Lorde had teased her new single “What Was That” earlier in the month with a TikTok video, hinting at its release on April 25 as part of her fourth album. Instead of her usual newsletter updates, Lorde has been connecting with her fans through text messages and voice memos, sharing insights about her upcoming performances and new music.
The singer’s candid communication style reflects her desire to engage with her audience on a more personal level, bypassing the need for scripted announcements. Lorde’s approach to sharing her creative process and upcoming projects hints at a new era in her music career, drawing her fans closer to the evolving journey she is embarking on.
As Lorde continues to navigate the music industry with her unique approach to communication and engagement, her fans eagerly await the release of her latest single and the promise of more surprises to come in her musical journey.