Olivia Rodrigo And Gwen Stefani Express Admiration For Their Talents

Olivia Rodrigo recently opened up about her love and admiration for Gwen Stefani, describing the No Doubt frontwoman as a “true artist” and a “prime example” of someone who has defied stereotypes and preconceived boundaries. Following a recent cover profile for Nylon magazine that featured the star, Rodrigo spoke at length about Stefani’s creative evolution, noting her ability to explore different styles of music, songwriting, and aesthetics while remaining true to herself.

Rodrigo’s appreciation for Stefani’s music dates back to her teenage years, when she discovered No Doubt’s fourth studio album, “Return of Saturn.” Stefani’s lyrics struck the “Guts” singer-songwriter about being a woman navigating the world and the profound sense of empowerment they conveyed. To this day, Stefani’s unapologetic approach to songwriting continues to inspire Rodrigo’s creative journey.

Rodrigo paid tribute to Stefani, wearing a shirt featuring “I’m just a girl” lyrics from No Doubt’s 1995 single “Just A Girl.” The pop star also covered the track on her “Sour” tour in 2022, showcasing her deep respect for Stefani’s music.

Stefani and No Doubt’s influence on Rodrigo’s musical taste and style is evident. She cited the band as one of the “grunge, rock, and alternative” acts her parents would listen to when she was growing up. Groups like The White Stripes and Riot Grrrl also significantly shaped Rodrigo’s musical identity. Rodrigo described Stefani’s music as having an incredible heart and praised her ability to sing about various topics, from romantic relationships to motherhood. According to Rodrigo, Stefani’s music feels like it’s “ripped from the diary of the coolest girl you know,” a testament to the authenticity and relatability of her lyrics.

 

Olivia Rodrigo praises Gwen Stefani to NYLON:

“Gwen’s ability to evolve and explore different styles of music, songwriting, and aesthetic while still remaining true to herself is incredibly inspiring. To me, she’s a prime example of an artist who defies stereotypes and… pic.twitter.com/2SbszUFmSo

— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) April 10, 2024

Olivia Rodrigo shares her love for Gwen Stefani on the #AudacyCheckIn:

“You know who is so sweet is Gwen Stefani. I love her so much, and her music was so formative and really kind of inspired me as a songwriter when I was just starting out.” pic.twitter.com/N7iMSK6niO

— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) July 17, 2023

olivia rodrigo wearing “i’m just a girl” shirt during opening night of her guts tour pic.twitter.com/TZG5TQHW8Y

— nyc (@livsctrl) February 24, 2024

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