Olivia Rodrigo has officially entered her holiday era. The pop star just released“take me home (4 christmas),”her first-ever Christmas single, and it’s a jaunty pop-rock track built on a violin hook and a funky rhythm. Co-written with longtime collaborators Dan Nigro and Amy Allen, the song captures that uniquely stressful milestone of meeting your partner’s parents over the holidays, complete with witty, slightly naughty lyrics about becoming“the coolest in-law daughter.”
The music video takes things up a notch with Cynthia Nixon and SNL’s Ben Marshall starring as Rodrigo’s fictional future in-laws, playing out every awkward family holiday moment you can imagine. It’s the kind of star-powered visual that turns a seasonal single into a full pop culture moment.
Fans can grab“take me home (4 christmas)”on exclusive 7-inch vinyl and cassette, available now for pre-order. Meanwhile, Rodrigo is out on The Unraveled Tour supporting her third album and recently teamed up with Chappell Roan for a remix of“expectations.”Have you listened to the new Christmas single yet? Tell us what you think in the comments.
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