Olivia Rodrigo has revealed the album she turns to when she feels disconnected from her profession and needs grounding. Despite her global success and multiple chart-topping hits, the Grammy-winning singer says she also seeks moments of reconnection.
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In a clip from her upcoming interview on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s podcast Music Makes Us, Rodrigo was asked about music that helps her rediscover herself. She shared that certain records bring clarity when she feels creatively unsure.
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“Honestly, I listen to Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill when I’m feeling like I don’t know what to say or who I am,” Rodrigo said. She explained that the album resonates deeply during moments of self-doubt.
Rodrigo described the 1995 record as a complete reflection of the human experience. She said it captures anger, jealousy, joy, and hope in a way that feels honest and beautifully intertwined.
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The Vampire singer praised the album’s emotional openness, calling it a reminder of what she aims to achieve through her own music. According to Rodrigo, the record helps her reconnect with authenticity rather than expectations.
List of albums Olivia references in the “Music Makes Us” podcast via Rock & Roll Hall of Fame!
Jagged Little Pill – Alanis Morissette
Fine Line – Harry Styles
Four – One Direction
Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me – The Cure
White Blood Cells – The White Stripes
Pure Heroine – Lorde… pic.twitter.com/KcTdJ1M9I7— Olivia Rodrigo Daily (@DailyRodrigo) December 15, 2025
She added that what she admires most about Morissette’s work is the fearless self-expression behind it. Rodrigo said the album represents an artist letting emotions pour out without chasing approval or popularity.
The singer noted that this level of honesty is what inspires her most as a songwriter. She believes music is at its strongest when it is rooted in genuine feeling rather than commercial success.
Olivia Rodrigo Reveals the 1 Album She Listens to When She Needs to ‘Reconnect’ with Herself (Exclusive) https://t.co/dDAAjuNgmt
— People (@people) December 15, 2025
Recently, Rodrigo has also sparked speculation about her third studio album, referred to by fans as “OR3.” While she has not shared details, her comments suggest she remains deeply focused on artistic purpose.
New episodes of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s Music Makes Us podcast are released weekly and are available across major podcast platforms.