Olivia Rodrigo Vows to Perform Iconic 'Drivers License' Song at Every Concert for the Rest of Her Life
As Olivia Rodrigo marks five years since her breakout hit "Drivers License" shot to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, the pop star has announced that she intends to include the song in every concert setlist for the rest of her life.
In a heartfelt tribute posted on Instagram last week (January 8), Rodrigo expressed gratitude for the magical chapter that "Drivers License" brought into her life. The emotional ballad has been certified multi-platinum and cemented Rodrigo's status as one of the most promising young artists in music today.
When asked whether there are any songs in her catalog she no longer enjoys performing, Rodrigo revealed that while fans often get sentimental about their favorite tunes, she feels a natural evolution with her artistry. "People get so sad because it'll be their favorite song," she explained. "But I just feel like I've grown out of some of them."
However, in an exclusive move celebrating the anniversary of "Drivers License", Rodrigo partnered with David Byrne to re-imagine the track for a special release. The singer-songwriter initially performed the song during her 2025 Governors Ball headlining set to cover Talking Heads classic "Burning Down the House".
This new rendition is just one of several special covers that fans can look forward to in the coming weeks, as Rodrigo continues to celebrate the fifth anniversary of her debut album "SOUR". In a recent interview with The Los Angeles Times, she expressed her excitement for this upcoming series of re-imagined Sour covers from some of her favorite artists.
Rodrigo's devotion to performing "Drivers License" at every concert is not surprising, given its pivotal role in launching her career. As the youngest artist ever to debut atop the Billboard Hot 100 chart at just 17 years old, Rodrigo has been riding this success wave for years and remains committed to delivering unforgettable live performances.
With "Drivers License" already etched into music history as a poignant anthem of heartbreak and longing, it's clear that Olivia Rodrigo has no intention of letting go of this timeless classic anytime soon.
As Olivia Rodrigo marks five years since her breakout hit "Drivers License" shot to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, the pop star has announced that she intends to include the song in every concert setlist for the rest of her life.
In a heartfelt tribute posted on Instagram last week (January 8), Rodrigo expressed gratitude for the magical chapter that "Drivers License" brought into her life. The emotional ballad has been certified multi-platinum and cemented Rodrigo's status as one of the most promising young artists in music today.
When asked whether there are any songs in her catalog she no longer enjoys performing, Rodrigo revealed that while fans often get sentimental about their favorite tunes, she feels a natural evolution with her artistry. "People get so sad because it'll be their favorite song," she explained. "But I just feel like I've grown out of some of them."
However, in an exclusive move celebrating the anniversary of "Drivers License", Rodrigo partnered with David Byrne to re-imagine the track for a special release. The singer-songwriter initially performed the song during her 2025 Governors Ball headlining set to cover Talking Heads classic "Burning Down the House".
This new rendition is just one of several special covers that fans can look forward to in the coming weeks, as Rodrigo continues to celebrate the fifth anniversary of her debut album "SOUR". In a recent interview with The Los Angeles Times, she expressed her excitement for this upcoming series of re-imagined Sour covers from some of her favorite artists.
Rodrigo's devotion to performing "Drivers License" at every concert is not surprising, given its pivotal role in launching her career. As the youngest artist ever to debut atop the Billboard Hot 100 chart at just 17 years old, Rodrigo has been riding this success wave for years and remains committed to delivering unforgettable live performances.
With "Drivers License" already etched into music history as a poignant anthem of heartbreak and longing, it's clear that Olivia Rodrigo has no intention of letting go of this timeless classic anytime soon.
it makes me think about how we connect with music on a personal level, like it's a part of our own story or emotions. we all have those songs that take us back to a moment in time when everything felt real... and then there are the ones we grow out of as we evolve as people. 
for olivia rodrigo, it's clear she values those songs that evoke strong feelings... but maybe the question is: what if she chooses to let go of 'drivers license' one day? would her art still be authentic, or would it feel like a nostalgic relic of her past self? 
I think its kinda cool she wanna keep performing 'drivers license' at every concert lol, its like shes tryna preserve the memories 4 her fans 
i mean i get it, "drivers license" was a game changer and all but c'mon girl, don't be too attached to that one song 
at least let us move on to something new... or maybe she just really loves singing about being heartbroken in front of millions of people 
. Performing 'Drivers License' at every concert for the rest of her life is literally the ultimate fan move 
! I mean, who wouldn't wanna hear that emotional ballad live, right? 
It's a testament to how much the song has resonated with fans and helped launch her career. And can we talk about how cool it is that she's collaborating with David Byrne on a special re-imagined track for the anniversary? 
I'm hyped for the upcoming Sour covers series too! 
It's clear Olivia Rodrigo knows what her fans love, and I'm all here for it 
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. I mean, what's next? Covering every single one of their hits in some new arrangement? "Drivers License" is iconic because of its raw emotion and Olivia's unique voice - can't replicate that no matter how much creative license you take 
. Give me the original any day! 
i love how she's partnered with david byrne to reimagine the track, cant wait to hear what other covers shes got planned!
her music is so personal and raw, it's no wonder fans are super attached to those songs. can't wait for the new re-imagined sour covers too, david byrne's collab with her on "drivers license" sounds amazing 
. Honestly, if "Drivers License" hasn't been played a million times by now, I'm not sure how many more tears we can cry 
. Kudos to her for wanting to stay true to her artistry though... maybe it's time for some new material? 
but i kinda wanna hear drivers license live every single night, it's just so emotional and perfect for a concert setting 
. I think fans will really appreciate seeing their favorite song done fresh again. And honestly, after five years, I feel like we've seen all the emotions and feels there are to give off from that song 
... but at the same time, 'Drivers License' is just one of those songs that never gets old 
... so yeah, bring on the live performances! 
... that song just brings back so much nostalgia for me too 
she's got this incredible knack for updating her tracks to keep them fresh without sacrificing the essence of the songs 
that new david byrne collab tho?! 
. But it's also kinda cool that she's acknowledging she's grown out of some songs 
. Either way, I'm hyped for these special re-imaginings and can't wait to see what else Olivia has in store for us!