Favourite Daughter Lyrics by Lorde

Lorde’s "Favourite Daughter" from the album Virgin is a raw, emotional track where she reflects on the pressures of fame and the longing for parental approval. The lyrics paint a picture of a young artist pushing herself to the limit—hitting...Read More »

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Favourite Daughter Lyrics

[Verse 1: Lorde]
I was a singer
You were my fan
When no one gave a damn
It was you in the dark
Scared of your anger
In love with your whim
Some notes I don't hit
But I don't give up

[Pre-Chorus: Lorde]
Now every day the plane takes off
And every night the room fills up with
People who are convinced I'm not
Just some kid fakin' it for your love

[Chorus: Lorde]
'Cause I'm an actress, all of the medals I won for ya
Breaking my back just to be your favourite daughter
Everywhere I run, I'm always runnin' to ya
Breaking my back just hoping you'll say I'm a star

[Verse 2: Lorde]
You had a brother, I look like him
You told us as kids
He diеd of a broken heart
And for evеry door you open
There's a room I can't go in
I break in, I still can't find you

[Pre-Chorus: Lorde]
Now that every day the plane takes off
And every night the room fills up
I tell myself that soon we'll talk
Then I sing every word just to ya

[Chorus: Lorde]
'Cause I'm an actress, all of the medals I won for ya
Panic attack just to be your favourite daughter
Everywhere I run, I'm always runnin' to ya
Breaking my back to carry the weight of your heart

[Bridge: Lorde]
But I keep dancing till I get sick
Why'd you have to dream so big?
Why did no one listen when you hit the notes from your heart?

[Chorus: Lorde]
I'm a good actress, look at the medals I won for ya
So you could imagine being a favourite daughter
Everywhere I run, I'm always runnin' to ya
Breaking my back just to be as brave as my mother

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Favourite Daughter Song Meaning

Lorde’s "Favourite Daughter" from the album Virgin is a raw, emotional track where she reflects on the pressures of fame and the longing for parental approval. The lyrics paint a picture of a young artist pushing herself to the limit—hitting high notes, performing night after night—all to prove she’s more than just "some kid fakin’ it." She sings about the weight of expectations, comparing herself to a lost brother and chasing validation as the "favourite daughter." The chorus captures her exhaustion—breaking her back for love and recognition—while the bridge reveals the pain behind the performance, asking why no one truly listened when she sang from the heart. It’s a bittersweet mix of ambition and vulnerability, with Lorde questioning the cost of her dreams while still dancing through the struggle.

Favourite Daughter Song FAQs

Which album does the song "Favourite Daughter" by Lorde belong to?

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It is part of Lorde's album 'Virgin'.

Who produced 'Favourite Daughter' by Lorde?

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It was produced by Lorde and Jim-E Stack.

Who wrote 'Favourite Daughter' by Lorde?

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It was written by Lorde and Jim-E Stack.

When did Lorde release 'Favourite Daughter'?

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It was released on June 27, 2025.

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Released on June 27, 2025

Song Credits

  • Writer

    Jim-E Stack & Lorde
  • Producer

    Jim-E Stack & Lorde
  • Artist

  • Released on

    June 27, 2025

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