The New York City Police Department shut down a surprise performance by pop star Lorde, which would've promoted the New Zealand singer-songwriter's new song "What Was That" for fans who gathered in droves inside the city's Washington Square Park.

Singer seemingly teased an event in Washington Square Park, but cops told fans to leave as they swarmed the area

As Charli XCX bids farewell to brat summer, it’s Lorde ’s turn to kickstart a new musical era and be the face of summer 2025. The Grammy winner brought fans together to debut her latest track, “What Was That,” at Washington Square Park in New York City before it officially drops on Friday, April 25.