EMELINE Steps Into New Territory with Love Song ‘Emotional Virgin’

Rising pop star EMELINE, best known for her fiery feminist anthems, has surprised fans with the release of her latest single, Emotional Virgin. Marking her first-ever love song, the track shifts from the hard-edged empowerment that defined her earlier catalogue to something more tender, vulnerable, and wide-eyed.

Produced by Peter Thomas, Emotional Virgin layers glossy ‘80s-inspired production with shimmering synths and an almost cinematic vocal delivery. Drawing on the nostalgic palettes of artists like Madonna and Prince, the single leans heavily into romantic camp — a deliberate change of pace for an artist who has carved out a reputation as fearless and unflinching.

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“A lot of my legacy as an artist has been about my past and liberating myself from the pain I’ve been through,” shares EMELINE. “With this song, I am feeling real love for the first time. I am feeling just like a kid with a crush, shocked with the way someone is looking at me with such sweetness in their eyes. Being an “emotional” virgin is about feeling real love for the first time, and I’m really happy to share with my fans that I’ve gotten there. I hope you love my very first love song.”

The self-directed video amplifies this theatrical shift, pulling inspiration from Rocky Horror Picture Show with its saturated colour schemes, dramatic visuals, and playful dramatics. While visually striking, it reinforces a noticeable contrast from the raw directness of her earlier music.

For fans who connected with EMELINE’s unapologetic explorations of self-worth and empowerment, Emotional Virgin may feel like an unexpected left turn. Yet, the track also highlights her versatility, showing that her artistry isn’t bound by a single narrative. With nearly a billion global streams already to her name, this latest release is bound to spark conversation: is it the start of a new creative chapter, or a temporary detour?

One thing is certain — EMELINE continues to keep her audience guessing, even if not everyone will agree with the direction she’s headed.