EMELINE’s “Emotional Virgin” Is a Bold First-Love Anthem That Hits All the Right Notes

Pop’s most provocative rising star, EMELINE, has just dropped her latest single—and it’s a game-changer. “Emotional Virgin” isn’t just a love song; it’s a full-bodied, glitter-drenched celebration of vulnerability, first crushes, and the dizzying thrill of falling hard. With nearly 1 billion global streams and a reputation for empowering, sold-out shows, EMELINE is no stranger to bold statements. But this time, she’s turning the spotlight inward—and it’s absolutely magnetic.

Retro Glam Meets Real Emotion in EMELINE’s Latest

From the first beat, “Emotional Virgin” pulses with lush instrumentals and driving rhythms, all wrapped around EMELINE’s signature crystalline vocals. Think Madonna meets Cyndi Lauper with a dash of Prince—yet unmistakably modern. The track captures the innocence and excitement of real love, something EMELINE says she’s experiencing for the first time. “I feel just like a kid with a crush,” she shares. “Being an emotional virgin is about feeling real love for the first time—and I’m so happy to share that with my fans.”

Credits

Co-written with Peter Thomas, Sarah “Solly” Solovay, and Sean Kennedy, and mixed by Victor Verpillat, the single is a sonic powerhouse. Mastering duties were handled by Dale Becker and Katie Harvey, ensuring every note hits with precision. But it’s the accompanying music video—conceptualised and co-directed by EMELINE herself—that takes the experience to another level. Teaming up with Paige Strabala, the visual leans into campy ’80s pop-star glam, Rocky Horror vibes, and EMELINE’s signature black-and-red “hands on me” aesthetic. “I have a super visual mind,” she explains. “I wanted to express the surreal vulnerability of having a crush—it’s like stepping into your own dimension.”

Pornstar

This release follows her fiery single “PORN STAR” and her debut EP, The Devil on my bra strap, which dropped in May to widespread acclaim. With a full-length debut album slated for 2026, EMELINE is clearly building toward something massive. Her creative universe—entirely self-directed and fiercely feminist—has earned her a co-sign from Elton John, a feature on YouTube Music PRIDE, and placements across Apple TV and Netflix.

And yes, she’s got her eye on Australia. “Australia is full of tastemakers,” EMELINE says. “I can’t wait to tour there soon.” With her emotionally intelligent lyrics, cinematic visuals, and fearless energy, she’s already winning hearts across the country.

“It feels cathartic to release ‘Emotional Virgin,’” she adds. “This project has been close to my chest for a long time, and I got to make it with a crew I love. I’m ready to dive headfirst into this new era.”

🎧 “Emotional Virgin” is out now on all major streaming platforms. Dive in, feel everything, and get ready for EMELINE’s next chapter—it’s going to be unforgettable.