Olivia Rodrigo‘s rise to the top is one of the smoothest breakouts a music star can ever have. Although most fans associated the pop star with her lead roles on the Disney television programs “Bizaardvark” and “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” Rodrigo is currently trumping her past works by making waves in the music industry.
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Following her recent success, it was only a matter of time before Rodrigo swept home Billboard’s most prestigious award for a female. To crown the immense effort in her works, the entertainment magazine will be rewarding her with the 2022 Billboard Woman Of The Year Award.
Olivia Rodrigo Will Receive The Honors On March 2
For Rodrigo, landing the Billboard Award is the sweetest way to start the new year. The pop star will receive the 2022 Billboard Woman of the Year honors at the annual Billboard Women in Music Awards next month, March 2.
The event will take place at the YouTube Theater at L.A.’s Hollywood Park and will star the best of the entertainment industry. Rodrigo, whose birthday is a few weeks away, will also share the award stage alongside other recipients – who released chart-topping singles in the last year and broke numerous music records.
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Past honorees of the prestigious award include rapper and singer Cardi B, teen talent, Billie Eilish, and a trio of veterans – Taylor Swift, Madonna, and Lady Gaga. Comparing the previous recipients with Rodrigo, the singer comes in as one of the youngest to be honored with the award, which further impresses upon the public the immensity of her talent.
Olivia Rodrigo Is Authentic
The award ceremony is run by the Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group, which owns the Billboard entertainment magazine that provides music charts, news, reviews, and events, related to the music industry.
According to the magazine’s editorial director, Hannah Karp, Rodrigo’s route to stardom is extraordinary. Her talents as a storyteller have helped the singer etch her place on the music scene as an exciting and authentic artist.
Karp further described in a statement how much impact Rodrigo has made within a few years. “Connecting with audiences across generations through emotionally charged songs about heartbreak, jealousy, and growing up, she’s achieved absolutely incredible chart success for a debut artist,” she said.
“We are thrilled to celebrate her unique voice and the enormous impact she’s had on fans around the globe in such a short time.”
Rodrigo’s Hit Track “Driver’s License” Achieved 1 billion Global Streams
It’s no surprise Rodrigo is sweeping home the Billboard Woman of The Year Award at the upcoming ceremony. Looking at her trajectory between 2021 and 2022, the singer appears to have achieved so much in just a little time.
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The singer started 2021 by dropping her debut single “Drivers License.” It became a mainstay on the charts, topping other songs for eight consecutive weeks, and was the year’s first track to exceed a billion global streams.
Subsequently, she released her debut album “Sour” a few months after. The album earned over 385 million streams, surpassing Spotify’s record for the most-streamed album in a week by a female artist. The album also received seven nominations for this year’s Grammy Awards ceremony.
Billboard Will Honor Other Artistes At The Ceremony
Alongside Rodrigo, some other artists will also receive awards for their contributions to the music industry and their communities.
Bonnie Raitt is up for the Icon Award, and Gabby Barrett gets the Rising Star Award. Phoebe Bridgers will receive the Trailblazer Award, and Doja Cat is 2022’s Powerhouse Award recipient. Karol G will go home with the Rule Breaker Award, Saweetie will earn the Game Changer Award, and Summer Walker will get this year’s Chartbreaker Award.
Veteran singer Ciara will host the event, and for the first time, fans can purchase in-person tickets for the event. In addition, the recipients will perform live at the ceremony.
