Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Vampire’ bites into Entertainment Weekly’s best songs of 2023
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The Filipino-American chart-topping sensation Olivia Rodrigo continues to claim this year as her year and dominate the music scene with her evocative songwriting.
Entertainment Weekly recently released their list of the “10 Best Songs of 2023,” and the Grammy winner’s track, “Vampire,” from her sophomore album “Guts,” claimed a spot in the top three.
In a year marked by a diverse array of musical talents, the songstress’ “Vampire” stands out as a relentless exploration of the complexities of a tumultuous relationship.
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The American entertainment website, known for its keen insights into the industry, remarked, “From Miley to Kylie to a 45-year-old unearthed gem, here are the tracks that made our year.”
According to their description, Olivia Rodrigo’s raw and unapologetic approach has solidified her as a frontrunner among the next generation of great singer-songwriters.
“Backed by soft piano, the Grammy winner lets her powerful, poignant prose act as a proverbial stake to her ex’s heart as she details a romantic connection filled with extravagance and starry-eyed promises that devolved into ‘six months of torture,’” they added.
Olivia Rodrigo herself revealed the creative process behind during her recent appearance on NPR’s Tiny Desk, where she delved into the depth of dedication that both she and her producer poured into refining the piece. This serves as a testament to the collaborative effort and unwavering commitment that ultimately shaped “Vampire” into its polished and resonant form.
The lyrics serve as a cautionary tale for budding talents, warning them about the perils of letting the wrong person into their lives and careers.
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“Vampire” joins the ranks of illustrious tracks that have left an indelible mark on the music landscape in 2023. Claiming the top spot is Victoria Monét’s “On My Mama,” and Boygenius’ “Not Strong Enough” in second place.
Entertainment Weekly’s top 10 best songs this year are as follows:
- On My Mama by Victoria Monét
- Not Strong Enough by Boygenius
- Vampire by Olivia Rodrigo
- Padam Padam by Kylie Minogue
- Flowers by Miley Cyrus
- Hello Love by Jessie Ware
- Now and Then by The Beatles
- Boy’s a Liar Pt. 2 by PinkPantheress feat. Ice Spice
- What Was I Made For? by Billie Eilish
- What It Is (Block Boy) by Doechii feat. Kodak Black
