Olivia Rodrigo has reached a new career milestone—and it places her in rare company. Her breakout album SOUR has now produced three songs with over 2 billion streams each on Spotify, joining Adele’s 21 as the only albums by a female artist to ever achieve this feat.
The latest track to cross the threshold is “traitor,” the emotional ballad that quickly became a fan favorite upon its release in 2021. With this update, “traitor” joins “drivers license” and “good 4 u” in surpassing 2 billion streams—solidifying SOUR as one of the most streamed albums of the decade.
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Released on May 21, 2021, SOUR catapulted the then 18-year-old Olivia into global superstardom. The album struck a chord with Gen Z listeners through its raw storytelling and relatable themes of heartbreak, self-worth, and growing up. It debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and earned Olivia three Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist.
“traitor” stands out for its vulnerability and quiet intensity. Although it wasn’t initially released as a single, the track gained viral momentum thanks to its powerful lyrics and widespread popularity on TikTok. In the summer of 2021, it was officially released as the fourth single from SOUR, peaking at No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart.
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