Olivia Rodrigo, a rising pop singer, has gained widespread attention and popularity with her music, particularly for her songs that touch on the theme of breakups. While she became known for her role in the Disney series adaptation of High School Musical, it is her music that has resonated with fans around the world.

Following the release of her song “Deja Vu,” the 18-year-old artist unveiled a new track that continues the dramatic narrative of her previous songs. This time, the focus is on an ex-boyfriend who left her for another Disney star, likely referring to Sabrina Carpenter. The music video for her song “Good 4 U,” released on May 14, has already amassed an impressive 24 million views on YouTube.

The video has garnered attention not only for its popularity but also for its nostalgic references to ’90s films. One notable reference is to the 2009 movie “Jennifer’s Body,” starring Megan Fox. The video draws inspiration from various scenes in the film, such as the forest walk, mirror shots, and the water scene at the end, portraying the transformation of the desired cheerleader into a “psychopath.”

Another film referenced in the video is “Mean Girls,” which highlights the iconic cheerleaders of the 2000s. The scene of Olivia and her pom-pom friends lifting her resembles Regina George being carried by the athletes in the movie. Additionally, the uniform worn by Olivia references the cheerleaders who antagonize Princess Mia in “The Princess Diaries.”

Olivia Rodrigo also demonstrates a savvy approach to handling media assumptions and gossip. Taking a page from Taylor Swift’s playbook, she embraces and subverts the role the media wants to assign her. Similar to Swift’s hits like “Blank Space” and “We’re Never Getting Back Together,” Rodrigo generates original ideas that resonate with audiences. She has expressed her admiration for Swift and recently had the opportunity to meet her and exchange ideas.

With her relatable music and clever media strategy, Olivia Rodrigo has quickly established herself as a rising star in the music industry. Her ability to connect with fans and infuse her work with nods to ’90s films has contributed to her growing success.