The rumour mill has been abuzz concerning a potential rift between Olivia Rodrigo and Taylor Swift, particularly after Olivia’s newest single “Vampire” hit the airwaves.
New light has been shed on the supposed feud between Olivia Rodrigo and Taylor Swift.
Olivia, in a recent sit-down with The Guardian, delved deep into her musical evolution, but it was her cryptic remarks about her latest song “Vampire” that reignited the feud rumours.
“Vampire” is set to be the premiere track from Olivia’s eagerly awaited second album, GUTS, launching later this month.
When pressed about whether the fiery lines “Bloodsucker, fame fucker, bleedin’ me dry like a goddamn vampire!” alluded to Taylor, Olivia’s reply was quite intriguing.
Pondering for a moment, she told The Guardian, “How do I articulate this?”
“I’ve always maintained that my songs shouldn’t be tethered to a specific narrative or individual. I believe that’s the beauty of music; it’s open to interpretation.” She then chuckled, expressing her astonishment at the song being linked to Taylor.
For some background: In 2021, Olivia openly talked about Taylor’s profound impact on her music, with both stars even exchanging sweet comments on social media after Olivia’s hit single, “Drivers License,” was released.
The earlier buzz was about an apparent tension between Olivia and Sabrina Carpenter, fueled by interpretations of “Drivers License.” During this period, Taylor and Olivia seemed to be on good terms.
However, things took a turn when Olivia’s debut album, Sour, had multiple Taylor-inspired tracks. Taylor received acknowledgment for a song that borrowed from “New Year’s Day”, and post the album’s release, Taylor was credited on another song, along with other artists like Jack Antonoff, St. Vincent, and eventually, Paramore.
Olivia, post the recognition and disputes over award ceremonies, spoke to Time, expressing, “It’s disheartening to see my creativity being questioned.”
Fueling further speculations, fans observed a noticeable distance between Taylor and Olivia during public events. Interestingly, Taylor seemed to grow closer to Sabrina Carpenter, another singer previously thought to be in contention with Olivia.
This shift in dynamics, including Sabrina being a part of Taylor’s Era Tour and Olivia revealing her absence from the concerts due to her commitments, sparked further fan theories. Many believed “Vampire” encapsulated this supposed discord.
With Olivia’s recent comments, fans are now more curious than ever, wondering if “Vampire” is indeed a subtle nod to Taylor.
As the music world watches, it’s clear that every move and every lyric is under scrutiny, especially when it involves two powerhouses like Olivia Rodrigo and Taylor Swift. Whether “Vampire” is a hidden message or just another song open to interpretation, only time will tell if the two stars will clear the air or leave fans guessing. In the meantime, music lovers can enjoy the tunes and hope for collaborations rather than confrontations.
