Olivia Rodrigo Dominates Global Music Scene with GUTS World Tour and Netflix Special

Rising Star’s Continued Ascent

Olivia Rodrigo, the sharp-penned singer-songwriter who first emerged from Disney stardom, has established herself as a formidable force in the music industry. Her remarkable journey began with her debut single ‘drivers license,’ which dominated the Billboard Hot 100 for eight weeks in 2021, leading to her record-setting debut album ‘Sour’.

GUTS World Tour Achievement

The artist’s ambitious GUTS World Tour, announced in September 2023, encompasses 102 international dates across five continents and multiple music festivals. The extensive tour, which kicked off in February 2024, will continue through July 1, 2025, in Manchester, England, featuring supporting acts including The Breeders, Chappell Roan, PinkPantheress, and others.

Rodrigo’s touring success has already earned her recognition as Touring Artist of the Year at the 2024 Billboard Live Music Awards, with nominations for Major Tour and Pop Tour of the Year at the upcoming 2025 Pollstar Awards. Adding to her achievements, a concert film titled ‘Olivia Rodrigo: Guts World Tour’ was filmed at Intuit Dome and released on Netflix, with Variety praising it as ‘a captivating blast of guitar-driven energy’.

Commercial and Critical Success

The album GUTS has received widespread acclaim, with reviews highlighting both its humorous elements and thoughtful exploration of societal expectations for young women. The album’s success is evident in its chart performance, reaching number one in 15 countries, including the United States, Australia, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Defying the notorious ‘sophomore slump,’ GUTS has proven to be a commercial triumph. The album’s success speaks to the general excitement surrounding Rodrigo, who has firmly established herself as a superstar. Her ability to dominate pop culture discourse upon the album’s release has translated into impressive commercial performance.

Looking Ahead

As a testament to her continued influence in the music industry, Rodrigo has been announced as a presenter at the 2025 GRAMMYs, joining other major artists such as Taylor Swift and SZA. The ceremony will be broadcast live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 2, at 8 p.m. ET.