Olivia Rodrigo
BST Hyde Park
Seeing Olivia Rodrigo headline BST Hyde Park was a full-circle moment for me. I first saw her at the Hammersmith Apollo during the Sour tour when she was a young star with undeniable talent, still finding her footing as a live performer. Then I caught her again at the O2 on the GUTS tour, where she proved she could own a massive arena with confidence and charisma. But this Hyde Park show? This was the glow-up fully realised.
Performing outdoors in front of tens of thousands, Olivia was nothing short of phenomenal. Her vocals (which we all know are strong on record) soared in the open air, raw and powerful yet full of nuance. She didn’t have backing dancers this time, which meant the spotlight was squarely on her voice and stage presence. And she delivered in spades. From the venomous bite of "Vampire" to the cathartic scream-alongs of "Good 4 U", every song landed as if it were a greatest hit, which, at this point, most of them are.
Hearing some of the GUTS Spilled deep cuts like "So American" in this setting was particularly special. Plus, tracks like "Ballad of a Homeschooled Girl" and "All-American Bitch" carried a wild, anthemic energy under the summer sky, while "Traitor" and "Drivers License" offered quiet, spine-tingling moments of vulnerability.
A surprise appearance from Ed Sheeran added an extra layer of magic, the kind of left-field collaboration that festivals like BST thrive on. It was joyous, unexpected, and gave the night a unique stamp that no other show could replicate.
What struck me most was how Olivia has grown not just as a singer, but as a storyteller and performer. She commands the stage with ease, speaking to the crowd like old friends, then pouring every ounce of herself into each lyric. She’s funny, emotional, fierce, and unafraid. A true pop star for this generation.
Leaving Hyde Park, it was impossible not to feel excited for what’s next. Olivia Rodrigo is no longer just a breakout artist, she’s one of the defining voices of her time. I can’t wait for her next album, her next tour, and the next chapter in a career that’s already shaping up to be iconic.
★★★★★
Reviewed on Friday 27th June 2025 by Olivia
Photo Credit: sophiajcarey
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