Lorde expressed interest in performing at local venues in her early teens. She signed with Universal Music Group (UMG) in 2009 and collaborated with producer Joel Little in 2011 to start recording music. Their first effort, an EP titled The Love Club, was self-released in 2012 for free download on SoundCloud before UMG's commercial release in 2013. The EP's international chart-topping single "Royals" helped raise Lorde to prominence. Her debut studio album Pure Heroine was released that same year to critical and commercial success. The following year, Lorde curated the soundtrack for the 2014 film The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 and recorded several tracks, including the single "Yellow Flicker Beat".
Lorde's second studio album Melodrama (2017) received widespread critical acclaim and debuted atop the US Billboard 200. For her third studio album, Solar Power (2021), she ventured into indie folk and psychedelic styles. The album reached number one in Australia and New Zealand and charted inside the top-10 in numerous countries, although it polarised music critics and fans alike.
Lorde's accolades include two Grammy Awards, two Brit Awards, and a Golden Globe nomination. She appeared in Time's list of the most influential teenagers in 2013 and 2014, and the 2014 edition of Forbes 30 Under 30. In addition to her solo work, she has co-written songs for other artists, including Broods and Bleachers. As of June 2017, Lorde has sold over five million albums worldwide.
Tennis Court (Dan Aux
Lorde Lyrics
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Making smart with their words again, well, I'm bored
Because I'm doing this for the thrill of it, killin' it
Never not chasing a million things I want
And I am only as young as the minute is, full of it
Getting pumped up on the little bright things I bought
But I know they'll never own me (yeah)
I'll be the beauty queen in tears
It's a new art form showing people how little we care (yeah)
We're so happy, even when we're smilin' out of fear
Let's go down to the tennis court
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
Pretty soon, I'll be getting on my first plane
I'll see the veins of my city like they do in space
But my head's filling up fast with the wicked games, up in flames
How can I fuck with the fun again, when I'm known?
And my boys trip me up with their heads again, lovin' them
Everything's cool when we're all in line for the throne
But I know it's not forever (yeah)
Baby, be the class clown
I'll be the beauty queen in tears
It's a new art form showing people how little we care (yeah)
We're so happy, even when we're smilin' out of fear
Let's go down to the tennis court
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
It looked alright in the pictures (yeah)
Getting caught's half of the trip though, isn't it? (yeah)
I fall apart with all my heart (yeah)
And you could watch from your window (yeah)
And you can watch from your window
Baby, be the class clown
I'll be the beauty queen in tears
It's a new art form showing people how little we care (yeah)
We're so happy, even when we're smilin' out of fear
Let's go down to the tennis court
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
Let's go down to the tennis court
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
Let's go down to the tennis court
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
In Lorde's song "Tennis Court," she touches upon themes such as youth, boredom, and the culture of fame. In the first verse, Lorde questions the shallowness of people's words and the recurring nature of their conversations. She's unconvinced by their speeches, and instead is more excited about her indulgent lifestyle. She feels alive chasing a million things that she wants, and believes that youth is fleeting and full of potential. Lorde doesn't consider herself owned by the material things she has, but thrives on the thrill of the game.
In the chorus, Lorde addresses someone in her life and encourages them to be the class clown while she assumes the role of the beauty queen. This art form refers to the creation of shallow videos or photographs that show off their luxuries and the insouciance with which they handle them. Lorde notes that they are both happy despite their fears and head off to the tennis court to talk like they have all the time in the world.
In the second verse, Lorde notes that she's about to embark on a new adventure, but her thoughts are full of wicked games and situations that could threaten her thrill-filled existence. She's afraid of losing the fun if she becomes too well-known, and prefers to remain in the shadows. Her male friends are encouraging of her wild behavior, and as long as everyone is in line to be successful together, everything is cool. Lorde knows this can't last forever and accepts that life has its ups and downs.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't you think that it's boring how people talk?
Tired of hearing people's meaningless conversation.
Making smart with their words again, well, I'm bored
People try to sound intelligent but it's dull and uninteresting.
Because I'm doing this for the thrill of it, killin' it
Enjoying life and seeking excitement and success.
Never not chasing a million things I want
Always ambitious and striving for more.
And I am only as young as the minute is, full of it
Life is short and should be lived to the fullest.
Getting pumped up on the little bright things I bought
Finding joy in material possessions.
But I know they'll never own me (yeah)
Despite materialism, remaining independent and in control.
Baby, be the class clown
Encouraging someone to have fun and be silly.
I'll be the beauty queen in tears
Experiencing both joy and sadness in life.
It's a new art form showing people how little we care (yeah)
Being indifferent to societal norms and expectations.
We're so happy, even when we're smilin' out of fear
Presenting a happy facade even when afraid or uncertain.
Let's go down to the tennis court
Suggesting a playful and carefree activity.
Pretty soon, I'll be getting on my first plane
Embarking on a new adventure.
I'll see the veins of my city like they do in space
Gaining a new perspective on familiar surroundings.
But my head's filling up fast with the wicked games, up in flames
Feeling overwhelmed and consumed by negative thoughts.
How can I fuck with the fun again, when I'm known?
Feeling constrained by public perception and expectations.
And my boys trip me up with their heads again, lovin' them
Feeling both frustration and affection towards friends.
Everything's cool when we're all in line for the throne
Enjoying camaraderie amongst friends and shared success.
But I know it's not forever (yeah)
Acknowledging that nothing lasts forever.
It looked alright in the pictures (yeah)
Recognizing the difference between reality and presentation.
Getting caught's half of the trip though, isn't it? (yeah)
Acknowledging the thrill of taking risks and potential consequences.
I fall apart with all my heart (yeah)
Experiencing intense emotions that can be overwhelming.
And you could watch from your window (yeah)
Feeling observed and judged by others.
Let's go down to the tennis court
Returning to the idea of carefree play and enjoyment.
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
Maintaining a positive outlook and enthusiasm towards life.
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
Continuing to exude confidence and excitement.
Let's go down to the tennis court
Repeating the invitation for playfulness and fun.
And talk it up like yeah (yeah)
Once again embracing a positive and carefree attitude.
Contributed by Alex H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@pixlheart2369
@@diamondshock4405 I kinda agree with you, but "outdated" is seriously the wrong word here
Nearly everytime an artist starts changing its style, people complain about it, sometimes even years after
Outdated sounds to me like the music wouldnt work today, and thats clearly wrong. For example, 'We rise'
If San Holo would release this song today, it would still get recognised as much as it got back then. In fact, people are still listening to it as much as back then.
Not because of the production style, but because its a good track
So yeah, i agree with you that electronic music is changing fast and developing new styles, but the old styles dont become outdated, if they were good
@aleksandracegla7559
I swear, anything Flume touches turns gold
@cr0wsrblx760
Your comment made my day :D
@calebmcdonald7713
Baduh tssss
@handolo1623
*****
everybody got an opinion they are just like assholes and everyone has one!!! next time just click the dislike and move one nobody cares what mistakes flume did in his mix, cuz there is, for right now 6.8 mil people that watched this video/listened to this track ^_^ its always easy to critic and talk smack rather then sit there and put the time down to create something "ignorance is bliss" let the world rotate around you and enjoy your day
@fabian6899
So, if he would touch my shit, i would be rich?
@nikitadeva7763
literally though
@shiesty9733
Flume was ahead of his time
@travisadkins981
darrendiaz not really, he was nominated for two Grammys and won one
@yesimtakeoffcantstopmenow2663
@@travisadkins981 and??
@travisadkins981
Yes I'm Takeoff Can't Stop Me Now oh, I have to explain what that means? I’m okay..