Instagram/Lorde Music Lorde leaves her major label after 17 years, revealing she first signed at age 12. Explore her new era of creative freedom and personal autonomy. March 20, 2026 AceShowbiz - Lorde has officially stepped into a new era of her career, one defined by creative freedom and a profound sense of personal autonomy. The singer confirmed in a recent voice message to her fans that she chose not to renew her long-standing contract with Universal Music Group after it expired late last year.