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Olivia Rodrigo’s Latest Release Featured in Upcoming ‘Hunger Games’ Prequel Film Soundtrack
Olivia Rodrigo, the celebrated artist, has recently unveiled her latest track titled ‘Can’t Catch Me Now.’ This song is set to feature on the soundtrack of “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes,” adding depth and intrigue to the highly anticipated film’s musical backdrop.
Olivia Rodrigo’s Unstoppable Success
Olivia Rodrigo with just two albums under her belt, continues her meteoric rise in the music industry. The young pop sensation has seized the top spots on the Billboard 200 chart and the Official U.K. Albums Chart, displaying her dominance on both sides of the Atlantic. Notably, Rodrigo has secured multiple No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, with her track “Vampire” reigning for two weeks in July.
Olivia Rodrigo’s impact extends across the pond, as she made history in the UK by becoming the youngest solo artist to achieve a chart double, topping both the album and singles charts at 18 years and three months. Rodrigo further cemented her mark by clinching three simultaneous top 5 singles on the UK charts in June 2021, with hits like “Good 4 U,” “Déjà vu,” and “Traitor.”
A Staggering Trail of Achievements
Olivia Rodrigo‘s accolades encompass a trio of Grammy Awards, including the coveted Best New Artist title, a BRIT Award for the best international song, and an impressive BRIT Billion Award from the BPI at just 20 years old. Prior to her chart-topping success, Rodrigo was a prominent part of the Disney franchise, notably starring in “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.”
“Can’t Catch Me Now” and The Hunger Games Franchise
The release of “Can’t Catch Me Now” on the soundtrack of the upcoming Hunger Games prequel film further solidifies Rodrigo’s artistic range. Composed alongside producer Daniel Nigro, the track joins a collection of 17 songs featured on the film’s official soundtrack. The album includes performances by Rachel Zegler, who stars in the movie, as well as contributions from emerging artists in the folk and Americana genres.
The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes: A Prequel Story
Scheduled to hit theaters on November 17, “The Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes” ventures into the past, set 64 years before the iconic tale of Katniss Everdeen and the rise of Coriolanus Snow. The film follows Coriolanus (Tom Blyth), the last hope for his deteriorating Snow family, exploring the origins of the eventual despotic ruler of Panem.
The star-studded cast, featuring Zegler, Blyth, Peter Dinklage, Hunter Schafer, Josh Andrés Rivera, Jason Schwartzman, and Viola Davis, promises an enthralling cinematic experience as it delves into the intricate history of Panem and the individuals who shaped its destiny.
