Rodrigo's debut studio album, SOUR, topped the charts globally and was met with widespread critical acclaim. She was 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 (spilled) 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.
scared of my guitar
Olivia Rodrigo Lyrics
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So why's there a pit in my gut in the shape of you?
Distract myself, say it's somethin' else
Maybe I'm just overwhelmed, maybe I'm confused
Barely sleep when you sleep next to me
But I keep thinkin' I'll find a cure
I say that I'm fine, I tell you all the timeI've never felt so happy and sure
But I'm so scared of my guitar
'Cause it cuts right through to the heart
Yeah, it knows me too well so I got no excuse
I can't lie to it the same way that I lie to you
I'm so scared of my guitar
If I play it, then I'll think too hard
Once you let the thought in, then it's already done
So I lay in your arms and pretend that it's love
If I was brave and noble like you
I'd have the nerve to just stop stringin' you along
But I'm not half as decent as you
I'd rather be tied to someone, even if they're wrong
And make excuses, my friends know the truth is
I'm not as alright as I claim
Say that I'm fine, I tell them all the time
As they watch all the light fade away
Yeah, I'm so scared of my guitar
'Cause it cuts right through to the heart
Yeah, it knows me too well so I got no excuse
I can't lie to it the same way that I lie to you
I'm so scared of my guitarIf I play it, then I'll think too hard
Once you let the thought in, then it's already done
So I lay in your arms and pretend that it's love
Yeah, I lay in your arms and pretend that it's love
I pretend that it's love
I pretend that it's love
I pretend that it's love, love
'Cause what if I never find anything better?
The doubt always creeps through my mind
So we'll stay together 'cause how could I ever
Trade somethin' that's good for what's right?
Oh, I'm so scared of my guitar
It cuts right through to my heart
It knows me too well, I got no excuse
I can't lie to it the same way that I lie to you
I'm so scared of my guitar
When I play it is when I think too hard
I let the thought in, it's already done
But I lay in your arms and pretend that it's love
Yeah, I lay in your arms and pretend it's enough
The lyrics of Olivia Rodrigo's song "scared of my guitar" delve into the deep emotional complexity of a relationship where the singer finds themselves grappling with conflicting feelings and inner turmoil. In the opening lines, the singer describes the relationship as perfect and easy on the surface, yet there is a lingering unease represented by a pit in their gut in the shape of their partner. Despite trying to distract themselves and justify their feelings as being overwhelmed or confused, there is a sense of inner conflict that persists.
The singer expresses difficulty in finding peace even when their partner is right beside them, indicating a sense of internal disquiet that cannot be easily remedied. They acknowledge their struggle to confront their true feelings, hiding behind the facade of being fine and happy while deep down knowing that there are underlying uncertainties and fears. The symbolism of the guitar represents a powerful force that cuts through to the heart and exposes the singer's vulnerability, highlighting their struggle to be honest with themselves and their partner.
The lyrics further explore the singer's internal struggle between bravery and vulnerability, juxtaposing their perceived shortcomings with a desire for honesty and integrity. Despite recognizing their tendency to make excuses and deceive both themselves and others, there is a sense of self-awareness and a yearning for authentic connection. The references to being tied to someone, even if they're wrong, suggest a fear of being alone or making difficult choices that may challenge their sense of security.
The chorus repeats the theme of fear and vulnerability, emphasizing the idea that playing the guitar – a symbol of deep emotion and introspection – leads to overthinking and facing uncomfortable truths. The fear of facing reality and acknowledging the complexity of their emotions is juxtaposed with the comfort of lying in their partner's arms and pretending that their relationship is based on love, even when doubt and uncertainty loom large. The closing lines capture the singer's struggle to reconcile the fear of the unknown with the comfort of familiarity, questioning whether settling for something good is worth sacrificing what may be ultimately right for them.
Line by Line Meaning
Perfect, easy, so good to me
My relationship seems flawless, enjoyable, and nurturing.
So why's there a pit in my gut in the shape of you?
Despite the apparent happiness, I feel a deep, unsettling emptiness that relates to you.
Distract myself, say it's somethin' else
I try to divert my attention and convince myself that my feelings stem from something other than my relationship.
Maybe I'm just overwhelmed, maybe I'm confused
I wonder if my emotional turmoil is just a result of being overloaded or uncertain about my feelings.
Barely sleep when you sleep next to me
Even when we are close, I struggle to find peace or rest.
But I keep thinkin' I'll find a cure
I hold onto the hope that something will resolve these troubling emotions.
I say that I'm fine, I tell you all the time
I reassure both you and myself that everything is okay, even when it isn't.
I've never felt so happy and sure
I claim to experience the highest levels of joy and certainty in my life right now.
But I'm so scared of my guitar
I fear my guitar because it intimately understands my deepest emotions.
'Cause it cuts right through to the heart
Playing it reveals my raw feelings that can't be hidden.
Yeah, it knows me too well so I got no excuse
The guitar understands me on a personal level, leaving me unable to make excuses for my true feelings.
I can't lie to it the same way that I lie to you
I find it impossible to be untruthful with my guitar like I can be with you.
I'm so scared of my guitar
The fear I have of confronting my emotions is tied to playing my guitar.
If I play it, then I'll think too hard
Engaging with the instrument prompts me to confront difficult thoughts and feelings.
Once you let the thought in, then it's already done
Once I acknowledge a troubling thought, I can't take it back or escape its implications.
So I lay in your arms and pretend that it's love
I find myself in your embrace, pretending that our connection is genuine affection.
If I was brave and noble like you
If I possessed the courage and moral integrity that you have, I would act differently.
I'd have the nerve to just stop stringin' you along
I would find the strength to stop misleading you about my true feelings.
But I'm not half as decent as you
I don't believe I'm as virtuous as you are.
I'd rather be tied to someone, even if they're wrong
I choose to stay in this relationship, regardless of its faults, rather than face the uncertainty of being alone.
And make excuses, my friends know the truth is
I generate reasons for my behavior, yet my friends are aware of my real struggles.
I'm not as alright as I claim
My outward appearance of being okay is misleading; internally, I'm struggling.
Say that I'm fine, I tell them all the time
I repeatedly tell others that I'm doing well, despite my inner turmoil.
As they watch all the light fade away
My friends observe the dwindling joy in my life as I mask my true feelings.
Yeah, I'm so scared of my guitar
Once again, I express my fear of confronting my emotions through music.
'Cause it cuts right through to the heart
Playing brings my hidden feelings to the surface, exposing my vulnerability.
Yeah, it knows me too well so I got no excuse
My guitar has an intimate understanding of my feelings, leaving me exposed.
I can't lie to it the same way that I lie to you
Truth escapes me when I play, unlike the false narratives I sometimes weave for you.
I'm so scared of my guitar
This fear persists; music stirs emotions I'm hesitant to face.
When I play it is when I think too hard
Engaging with my guitar forces me to grapple with overwhelming thoughts.
I let the thought in, it's already done
Once I allow a negative thought to enter my mind, it leaves a lasting impact.
But I lay in your arms and pretend that it's love
Still, I find comfort in our physical closeness, fabricating the notion of love.
Yeah, I lay in your arms and pretend it's enough
While in your embrace, I convince myself that this counterfeit affection is sufficient.
'Cause what if I never find anything better?
I grapple with the fear of potentially never discovering a better love than what I have.
The doubt always creeps through my mind
Insecurities and uncertainties constantly invade my thoughts.
So we'll stay together 'cause how could I ever
This uncertainty leads me to cling to our relationship; I can't fathom leaving.
Trade somethin' that's good for what's right?
I hesitate to abandon what feels good for something that might be the right choice.
Oh, I'm so scared of my guitar
Admitting my fear of self-reflection through music remains a point of distress.
It cuts right through to my heart
When I play, it becomes a direct line to my most profound feelings and fears.
It knows me too well, I got no excuse
My guitar’s deep understanding of me exposes my vulnerabilities with no room to hide.
I can't lie to it the same way that I lie to you
The truth about my emotions emerges when I engage with my guitar unlike in my interactions with you.
I'm so scared of my guitar
This recurring fear speaks to my apprehension about confronting reality through music.
When I play it is when I think too hard
Playing forces my thoughts to confront the uneasy truths I've been avoiding.
I let the thought in, it's already done
Once I entertain a difficult thought while playing, it solidifies and affects me deeply.
But I lay in your arms and pretend that it's love
In an act of self-deception, I find solace in our intimacy while pretending it's true love.
Yeah, I lay in your arms and pretend it's enough
I comfort myself in our closeness, convincing myself it fulfills my emotional needs.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Amy Allen, Daniel Leonard Nigro, Olivia Rodrigo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@LiaraKat
this has been on repeat 💗
@bsy2ksoftie838
Yesss
@hatofharlowlin
Frrrr
@emmareynolds6992
that's so real omgg ❤ 0:17
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Frrr
@anhaalam
She put all her guts all her songs for the best song ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@BersamaIsmaelChannel
Oh my god , i love this song , soo good
@CaitlinTierney-h7c
This reminds me of my self harm and how many times I’ve lied.
@cupcakKesfav
Embarassing
@irmagumauskiene5325
so proud of you, you’ve come so far don’t give up! 💗💓