Olivia Rodrigo Opens Up About New Album and Fame
Olivia Rodrigo, the 20-year-old singer-songwriter sensation, is about to drop her much-anticipated album, “GUTS.” But before she does, she wants to clear some things up. In a recent interview with Phoebe Bridgers for Interview Magazine, Rodrigo shared her thoughts on her past relationship drama, fame, and her creative process.
When her debut single, “Drivers License,” hit the scene in January 2021, Rodrigo found herself caught in a whirlwind of public attention and speculation about her personal life. It was overwhelming, and she admits she didn’t know how to handle it. The song had people wondering if it was about her breakup with Joshua Bassett, 22, and even dragged Sabrina Carpenter into the mix. Rodrigo says it was an eye-opener, but now she feels a sense of responsibility.
Rodrigo began working on her sophomore album, “GUTS,” with a different mindset. She decided to focus on her own creative expression first and worry about how it might be received later. She confessed to imagining others hearing her music when she first started writing, which was counterproductive. Fame has been a learning curve for her, and she’s still trying to figure it out.
Despite the challenges, Rodrigo remains grateful for her success and the opportunities it has brought. She even hinted at an upcoming song inspired by the chaos that followed her last album.
But Rodrigo isn’t just talking about her music. She’s also addressing rumors about her songs. She recently faced speculation that her single “Vampire” was about Taylor Swift, given their close connection in the music world. However, Rodrigo prefers to keep the meaning of her songs open-ended and not tied to specific individuals.
In the end, Rodrigo recognizes that writing about fame can be tricky, but it’s a topic that’s more relevant than ever in our digital age. She understands that many people are chasing internet fame and climbing the social ladder, and she’s conscious of that in her music.
As Rodrigo continues to navigate her burgeoning career, one thing is clear: her journey is far from over, and we can’t wait to see what “GUTS” has in store for us.