Rodrigo's debut studio album, SOUR, topped the charts globally and was met with widespread critical acclaim. She is nominated in seven categories at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist, Album of the Year for SOUR, Record of the Year, and Song of the Year for "drivers license". Time named her the 2021 Entertainer of the Year and Billboard named her the 2022 Woman of the Year.
Rodrigo signed with Interscope Records and Geffen Records in 2020. She negotiated the record deal to secure for herself ownership of the masters of her music. On January 8, 2021, she released her debut single, "drivers license", which she co-wrote with producer Dan Nigro. Within the week of its release, "drivers license" was critically acclaimed, and broke Spotify's record twice for most daily streams ever for a non-holiday song with over 15.7 million global streams on January 11 and over 17 million global streams the next day. It went on to break another Spotify record for the first song in history to hit 80 million streams in 7 days. The song debuted at number one on Billboard Hot 100 and reached number one in numerous other countries. Rodrigo stated in an interview that "It's been the absolute craziest week of my life … My entire life just, like, shifted in an instant."
On April 1, 2021, Rodrigo released her follow-up single, "deja vu", which debuted at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100, making her the first artist to debut their first two releases in the top 10 of the Hot 100. The third single preceding her debut album, "good 4 u", followed on May 14, 2021, and became her second single to debut at number one on the Hot 100. SOUR, her debut studio album, was released on May 21, 2021, to critical acclaim. Charlie Gunn of The Forty-Five called it "the greatest coming-of-age album since early Taylor Swift or Lorde". Slate's Chris Molanphy said its first three singles alone established Rodrigo's "early status as Gen-Z's most versatile new artist". According to Clash critic Robin Murray, Rodrigo is regarded as one of Generation Z's finest artists, while Variety dubbed her "the Voice of her Generation" in its cover story of Rodrigo. SOUR debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and spent a total of five weeks at the spot, becoming the longest-reigning number-one album by a female artist in 2021.
In June 2021, Rodrigo premiered SOUR Prom, a prom-themed concert film on YouTube. On December 6, 2021, Rodrigo announced a world tour, including tour stops in the United States, Canada, and Europe. Three days later, she was named Entertainer of the Year by Time. In an Instagram post on December 24, 2021, Rodrigo uploaded a snippet of a Christmas song called "The Bels" that she wrote and recorded at age five. According to Billboard, Rodrigo closed 2021 as the best-selling singles artist worldwide, placing eight songs on the year-end Global 200 chart, including "drivers license" at number four, "good 4 u" at number nine, and "deja vu" at number 27. In the US and UK, SOUR was respectively the third and fourth best-selling album of 2021. SOUR and "drivers license" were also respectively Spotify's most streamed album and song globally. The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) ranked Rodrigo as the tenth best-selling artist of 2021 and SOUR as the second best-selling album of 2021.
On February 17, 2022, Rodrigo announced and released the trailer of her Disney+ documentary film 'Olivia Rodrigo: driving home 2 u', which was released on March 25, 2022.
On June 30, 2023, Rodrigo released the lead single to her sophomore album, "Vampire." The single would debut at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and several other countries' music charts, and her record "GUTS" released on September 8, 2023. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 among other countries' charts, and its singles "Bad Idea, Right?" and "Get Him Back" debuted in the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100 — making Rodrigo the first female artist to chart all of her singles in the region. "GUTS" was nominated for six GRAMMYs — Album of the Year, Best Pop Vocal Album, with "Vampire" being nominated for Song of the Year, Record of the Year, Best Pop Solo Performance, and "Ballad of a Homeschooled Girl" being nominated for Best Rock Song. The record was promoted through a Tiny Desk contest, RSD exclusive vinyls, among other mediums.
Rodrigo would also release the single "Can't Catch Me Now" as the soundtrack song for "The Hunger Games: Ballads of Songbirds and Snakes," which was met with critical acclaim for its lyricism, imagery, and connection to the novel and film. The song was performed at select "GUTS World Tour" dates as well as the shows she headlined for iHeartRadio's annual Jingle Ball, which included venues she would later tour on the "GUTS World Tour," such as Los Angeles' Kia Forum and New York City's Madison Square Garden.
The "GUTS World Tour" would kick off on February 23, 2024 in Palm Springs, California, with Chappell Roan as its special guest. The tour was met with virality and critical acclaim for Rodrigo's vocals, stage presence, and visuals — dubbed as one of the most impressive arena tours to date. The tour featured songs from "GUTS," "Sour," and the "GUTS" deluxe track "Obsessed," which was only available on vinyl at the time. On tour, Rodrigo announced "GUTS (spilled)," a deluxe edition of "GUTS" which released March 22, 2024 and included five additional tracks. The five tracks debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 — to date, each song in Rodrigo's discography has appeared on the chart.
In April 2024, Rodrigo was a special guest to No Doubt's Coachella performance. The pop star continued her GUTS World Tour throughout 2024, where she performed six nights in Los Angeles, being the first woman to headline Intuit Dome, and is set to close off the tour internationally in Asia.
all-american bitch
Olivia Rodrigo Lyrics
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I'm as stiff as a board
I pay attention to things that most people ignore
And I'm alright with the movies that make jokes 'bout senseless cruelty
That's for sure
And I am built like a mother and a total machine
I feel for your every little issue
I know just what you mean
I've got sun in my motherfucking pocket, best believe
Yeah, you know me, I
Forgive and I forget
I know my age and I act like it
Got what you can't resist
I'm a perfect all-American
I am light as a feather
I'm as fresh as the air
Coca-Cola bottles that I only use to curl my hair
I got class and integrity
Just like a goddamn Kennedy
I swear
With love to spare, I
Forgive and I forget
I know my age and I act like it
Got what you can't resist
I'm a perfect all-American bitch
With perfect all-American lips
And perfect all-American hips
I know my place, I know my place, and this is it
I don't get angry when I'm pissed
I'm the eternal optimist
I scream inside to deal with it
Like, "Ah"
Like, "Ah" (oh my fucking God)
All the time
I'm grateful all the time
I'm sexy and I'm kind
I'm pretty when I cry
Oh, all the time
I'm grateful all the fucking time
I'm sexy and I'm kind
I'm pretty when I cry
In Olivia Rodrigo's song "all-American bitch," the lyrics delve into the idea of embracing contradictions and societal expectations with a sense of empowerment. The opening lines, "I am light as a feather, I'm as stiff as a board," symbolize the ability to exist in a state of both fragility and strength simultaneously. This juxtaposition sets the tone for the rest of the song, where Rodrigo highlights her unique perspective and her ability to pay attention to the overlooked details of life.
Throughout the song, Rodrigo embraces her individuality and challenges societal norms. She references her acceptance of movies that make light of senseless cruelty, suggesting that she sees the absurdity in such humor but is unfazed by it. Additionally, the lines "I am built like a mother and a total machine, I feel for your every little issue" portray her as someone who is strong and resilient, yet deeply empathetic and understanding.
The chorus reflects Rodrigo's self-assuredness and confidence. She asserts that she forgives easily and forgets quickly, displaying a maturity beyond her age. The repetition of "I know my age and I act like it" emphasizes her ability to navigate the world with wisdom and maturity. She also mentions her physical attributes, describing herself as having "perfect all-American lips" and "perfect all-American hips," which could be interpreted as a tongue-in-cheek commentary on societal beauty standards.
The bridge of the song reflects a mix of emotions that Rodrigo experiences internally. She claims to be an optimist, screaming internally to deal with frustrations. The lines "I'm grateful all the time, I'm sexy and I'm kind, I'm pretty when I cry" hint at the complexity of her emotions and how she refuses to be confined to a single stereotype or expectation.
Overall, "all-American bitch" showcases Olivia Rodrigo's ability to embrace contradictions, challenge societal expectations, and assert her individuality with confidence.
Line by Line Meaning
I am light as a feather
I have a carefree and effortless demeanor
I'm as stiff as a board
I am rigid and unwavering in my beliefs and actions
I pay attention to things that most people ignore
I notice and acknowledge small details and aspects that others overlook
And I'm alright with the movies that make jokes 'bout senseless cruelty
I am unfazed by the humor in films that indulge in senseless acts of violence
That's for sure
Without a doubt, this is my perspective
And I am built like a mother and a total machine
I possess both maternal nurturing qualities and incredible strength and efficiency
I feel for your every little issue
I empathize with every small problem or concern you may have
I know just what you mean
I understand exactly what you're trying to convey
And I make light of the darkness
I find humor and levity even in difficult or negative situations
I've got sun in my motherfucking pocket, best believe
I am brimming with confidence and positivity, guaranteed
Yeah, you know me
I'm a familiar presence, you're acquainted with who I am
Forgive and I forget
I easily pardon and let go of past grievances
I know my age and I act like it
I am aware of my maturity level and conduct myself accordingly
Got what you can't resist
I possess qualities or attributes that are irresistible to you
I'm a perfect all-American
I embody the ideal traits and characteristics of an archetypal American
I am light as a feather
I have a carefree and effortless demeanor
I'm as fresh as the air
I am vibrant and invigorating, just like the breeze
Coca-cola bottles that I only use to curl my hair
I playfully utilize unconventional items, like Coca-cola bottles, for hairstyling purposes
I got class and integrity
I possess sophistication and moral soundness
Just like a goddamn Kennedy
Similar to the prominent Kennedy family, I display elegance and dignity
I swear
I genuinely mean what I say
With love to spare
I have an abundance of love and affection to give
I don't get angry when I'm pissed
Even in moments of frustration, I manage to remain composed and not succumb to anger
I'm the eternal optimist
I maintain a perpetual mindset of positivity and hopeful outlook
I scream inside to deal with it
Internally, I express my emotions through intense screaming as a coping mechanism
Like, 'Ah'
This is the sound or expression I make when releasing my pent-up emotions
Like, 'Ah' (let's fucking go)
This exclamation signifies a burst of energy or excitement, urging to move forward
All the time
Consistently and without exception
I'm grateful all the time
I maintain a constant sense of gratitude and appreciation
I'm sexy and I'm kind
I exude both attractiveness and generosity
I'm pretty when I cry
Even in moments of vulnerability or sadness, I retain an appealing appearance
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Daniel Nigro, Olivia Rodrigo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@zboradenis9291
@@MusicalsOnMyMindJust so you know, Jesus heard about this, and He wants to say this to you:
"Do you want me to be your father? Just talk to me the way you would confide in a friend who knows everything about you"
He knows your fav color btw xD Just ask Him :)
He hears your thoughts, so you can talk to Him anywhere, anytime
The rest of the journey is between you and Him
@cradlebaby.melanie
i feel like this song reflects on reality of people who are insecure about theirselves because of this horrible society and especially social media. like when olivia started mentioning the “perfect all american” stuff in the first verse the chorus changed from soft to angry. like she’s explaining how stressed and worried she is about having to be “perfect” almost all the time. before the song ends it starts with “im grateful, im pretty, im kind” in a soft tone as if shes trying to make it sound like the character in this song is pretending to be perfect, nice, grateful, and respectful because thats their job and it makes them stressed. from a lot of characters from movies, tv shows, comics that have the “perfect” personality (mostly comes from girls) somewhere around the series we learn more about them and how they pretend to be perfect or just have to.
what really hits hard is when she started to sing this line at 1:42 i started to cry. it made me feel like how social media has made women or any other gender have so many negative thoughts about theirselves because the moment they see someone with a better body, prettier face, or even living a “perfect” life, it just throws all the positive things the viewer had about themselve in the trash because they are insecure. thats what this song is about. it’s beautiful, thank you olivia.
and sorry for my horrible grammar and confusing texts, im not good at expressing my feelings throughout typing and english isnt my first language.
@ayeshasiddiqui8202
[Verse 1]
I am light as a feather, I'm as stiff as a board
I pay attention to things that most people ignore
And I'm alright with the movies
That make jokes 'bout senseless cruelty, that's for sure
And I am built like a mother and a total machine
I feel for your every little issue, I know just what you mean
And I make light of the darkness
I've got sun in my motherfuckin' pocket, best believe
Yeah, you know me, I
[Chorus]
Forgive, and I forget
I know my age, and I act like it
Got what you can't resist
I'm a perfect all-American
[Verse 2]
I am light as a feather, I'm as fresh as the air
Coca-Cola bottles that I only use to curl my hair
I got class and integrity
Just like a goddamn Kennedy, I swear
With love to spare, I
[Chorus]
Forgive, and I forget
I know my age, and I act like it
Got what you can't resist
I'm a perfect all-American bitch
With perfect all-American lips
And perfect all-American hips
I know my place
I know my place, and this is it
[Bridge]
I don't get angry when I'm pissed
I'm the eternal optimist
I scream inside to deal with it, like, "Ah"
Like, "Ah" (Oh, my fucking God)
[Outro]
All the time
I'm grateful all the time
I'm sexy, and I'm kind
I'm pretty when I cry
Oh, all the time
I'm grateful all the time (Grateful all the fucking time)
I'm sexy, and I'm kind
I'm pretty when I cry
@ASO-de2jl3iz8z
Olivia screaming before changing into a happy and gentle tone literally describes my mood swings😭
@Autumn-wo7xs
😭
@Jemilylover
Me too
@user-sj9lg4ph7s
alr duolingo LOL
i see u
@someonestolemybread911
Every mood swings*
@Epicbrawlstars86
Duo I did my German please give me back my mom 🙏🙏🙏🙏
@maxwellgrimsley
I love the dichotomy and tonal shift between the choruses and the verses, it’s like it starts out all graceful and “perfect” like what she wants to be perceived as. But the chorus is where more of who she is and how she feels comes out, along with the anger of having to appear perfect in the first place.
@eyeamjulian
I agree so much, I hope to work with her some day
@maxwellgrimsley
@@eyeamjulian same 😭🤚
@namantherockstar
Olivia inspires me.. My parents said if i get 50K followers They'd buy me a professional camera for recording..begging u guys , literally
Begging..