Record Rundown

Sabrina Carpenter was 22 years old when her life turned upside down, after being referenced as “that blonde girl” in Olivia Rodrigo’s hit single “driver’s license.” Carpenter faced relentless bullying as the song gained popularity, leading to widespread speculation about her relationship. It wasn't until her fifth studio album came out that she openly expressed her feelings regarding the matter. Emails I can't send The title track sets the tone for the album with its introspective lyrics. Carpenter shares her raw emotions about her father's affair, expressing the hurt and broken trust it caused. Lyrics like “And thanks to you, I, I can't love right / I get nice guys and villainize them” or “Cause you were all I looked up to / Now I can't even look at you” It's a powerful introduction giving listeners an insight into how vulnerable this project was for the singer. Vicious This song is a sharp departure from the softer opening, addressing a toxic relationship in t...

Olivia Rodrigo took the world by storm with her debut single "driver's license" gaining over 80 million streams in its first week alone. Rodrigo released her highly anticipated debut album "SOUR" shortly after. The album followed her messy breakup with High School Musical: The Musical: The Series co-star Joshua Bassett, detailing her heartbreak for her audience.  Brutal The opening track immediately catches listeners' attention as it's initially a ballad and transforms into a more angsty feel. Lyrics such as “And I’m so tired that I might / Quit my job, start a new life / And they’d all be so disappointed / ‘Cause who am I if not exploited?” hint at how an artist may constantly feel pressured to be the best in their industry. That despite being in their “golden years” they still feel overwhelmed with the need to succeed. Traitor This one quickly became a fan favorite as it was relatable to her teenage audience. The track contains lyrics like “Remember I ...