Lorde gave fans a tiny taste of her upcoming fourth album with a very brief clip on her Instagram Story, marking the first official audio teaser from the New Zealand singer’s much-anticipated project since 2021’s Solar Power. In the clip, which was less than two seconds long, Lorde, donning a plaid shirt and pigtails, bopped to a techno-y, dance beat with no lyrics. The reaction from her fans was enormous and emotive, with some declaring that the new music would change their lives.

It isn’t the first time Lorde has piqued interest in her new material; last month, she shared a series of cryptic images with messages that left fans guessing about the album’s themes and content. She has also hinted at song titles such as “Silver Moon” and “Invisible Ink” during performances. Though details remain sparse, the buzz surrounding her forthcoming album continues to grow, leaving fans eagerly awaiting “THE year” when she will release the new tracks.