Olivia Rodrigo in Vogue.Photo:Théo de Gueltzl
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This pop princess is crushing on The Boss.
ForVogue’sAugust cover story,Olivia Rodrigocelebrated the end of her “f—ing teenage dream,” dishing all things turning 20 and maturing in music. Top of mind, Rodrigo dug into her musical inspirations, from retro to present day.
Chief among these musical loves isBruce Springsteen, though the affection may be a bit more than admiration. Browsing a record store with reporter Jia Tolentino, the “Driver’s License” singer stumbled upon a Springsteen live recording.
“He’s my biggest celebrity crush of all time,” Rodrigo admitted.
Olivia Rodrigo for Vogue.Théo de Gueltzl
After giggling at the record’s cover art, which features the graphic “PORN IN THE U.S.A.!,” Rodrigo tucked the vinyl under her arm and quipped, “You’re coming home with me.”
When not gushing over Springsteen and his handsome demeanor, the TikTok sensation was also praisingCarole King, iconic singer-songwriter of the ‘70s. While Rodrigo lists the “Beautiful” singer as one of her major influences, King is also a fan of Rodrigo.
Olivia Rodrigo on the cover of Vogue.Théo de Gueltzl
Throughout the piece, Rodrigo lists several other influences, both of today and yesteryear. These includeKaren O of Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Strokes,Tori AmosandHarry Styles, whom Rodrigo has read many a fanfic about.
With the release of her newrage-filled breakup ballad “Vampire,”Rodrigo has officially made her return to the music scene. With angry lyrics like “you can’t love anyone / ‘cause that would mean you had a heart,” Rodrigo recaptures that initial spark she ignited withSour.
With spiteful lyrics running rampant in “Vampire,” many fans speculated on just which of Rodrigo’s exes the hit single could be about. Asource recently cleared up one piece of gossipto PEOPLE: “The song isn’t aboutAdam Faze.”
With hernew albumGutson the way, Rodrigo continues to turn heads. Hopefully, the next one will be Springsteen’s.
source: people.com
