A new Lana Del Rey album is always eagerly anticipated by fans, particularly those who are drawn to her particular brand of feminine vulnerability. While some have criticized her for being maudlin and morbid, sad girls everywhere love her unashamed explorations of melancholia. Lana’s music has a way of normalizing being a “mad bitch with dysregulated emotions,” and there’s something powerful and liberating about her refusal to hide or regulate her emotions to make herself more appealing to men. As fans grow up alongside Lana and her work, they see their changing concerns reflected in her output, finding solace and acknowledgement in her lyrics. Through the power of music, fans can dwell in difficult emotions and find a place to put their sadness without fetishizing victimhood or damaging others. Ultimately, Lana’s music offers a space for fans to embrace and celebrate their vulnerability, rather than hiding it.