Who is Olivia Rodrigo? All About Pop's New Darling
The 18-year-old singer is one of the most talked-about names in music today.
Olivia Rodrigo is the name of the moment in pop culture as the talented 18-year-old singer continues to dominate the charts. The artist recently released her debut album Sour and has already become a true reference in the industry, gaining fans from all over the world and even becoming a fashion inspiration. She is without a doubt the new darling of the moment.
While her solo music career only goes back five months, Rodrigo has achieved something remarkable in pop music history. After participating in the Disney series Bizaardvark and starring in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, her debut single "Driver's License" quickly became the most-streamed non-holiday song in a single day on Spotify before breaking its own record the next day.
Her hit single resonated with fans thanks to an engaging melody and lyrical imagery about the heartbreak of a young girl who has just received her driver's license—something that many can connect with. However, a great amount of attention to the song stemmed from its subject matter. Fans speculate was that the tune refers to Rodrigo's relationship with her High School Musical: The Musical: The Series co-star Joshua Bassett, as well as his new girlfriend who many believe to be singer Sabrina Carpenter.
Although the controversy behind this love triangle has generated a buzz around her music, there's no denying that Rodrigo worthy of her newly crowned popstar status.
On May 21st, she released her first album, entitled Sour, after the release of two other singles: "Deja Vu" and "Good 4 U", respectively. Currently, "Deja Vu" ranks at #21 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, while "Good 4 U" remains at #1.
However, the singer has made a big splash in more than just the music industry. Participating in red carpets since she was little, the young star's style evolution proves that she has the power to also be a major face in the fashion world. Always opting for a youthful style with chic touches worthy of a teenage actress, Rodrigo's looks are gaining prominence for embodying the same Gen-Z mindset as her sound and her fans.
Her support of sustainable fashion makes her even more qualified for the position as a reference for the new generation. In an interview with Schön Magazine, she revealed, "I’ve spent the last few years trying to keep my clothing consumption as sustainable as I can. Buying secondhand is so much fun, and sustainable brands like Reformation and Lisa Says Gah are to die for. It’s really important to think about how everyday actions, like how you get your clothes, can affect our planet for generations to come."