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Olivia Rodrigo
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- Album
- SOUR
- Released
- 2021
- Genres
- Length
- 2:24
- Tempo
- 124 BPM
- Label
- Olivia Rodrigo PS
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About this song
"brutal" is a punk-rock track from Olivia Rodrigo's album SOUR, with production by Dan Nigro. It sits alongside other songs on the album such as "good 4 u" and "jealousy, jealousy." Rodrigo was 18 years old when the song was released.
What it's about
The song takes a sharp look at the difficulties of being a teenager, including broken trust, letdowns, and pressure from parents. Its title line also points to the harsh realities of the music industry alongside the struggles of adolescence.
Fun facts
- Covered 2 times, including “Brutal by Honeythunder”.
- Written by Olivia Rodrigo and Dan Nigro.
- Produced by Dan Nigro.
- Recorded at Amusement Studios.