Olivia - Rodrigo - Good 4 U (official Video)
The track marked a departure from her previous melancholic ballads like "drivers license," establishing her as a versatile artist capable of alternative pop and punk-rock sounds.
The official music video for "good 4 u," directed by , is a high-energy, pop-punk anthem that explores themes of feminine rage and messy breakups through a cinematic lens. In the video, Olivia Rodrigo portrays a high school cheerleader who is simultaneously a "good girl with a dark secret" and a "monstrous" figure out for revenge. Key Visual References and Homages Olivia Rodrigo - good 4 u (Official Video)
The opening scene, featuring Rodrigo being recorded for a cheer team tryout, is a nod to this Japanese horror film. The track marked a departure from her previous
Watch these videos to see the visual references and behind-the-scenes breakdown of the music video: Olivia Rodrigo - good 4 u (Official Video) YouTube · OliviaRodrigoVEVO Key Visual References and Homages The opening scene,
Rodrigo has stated that the video was intended to express "feminine rage," a theme she felt was underrepresented in media.
Rodrigo's blue cheerleading uniform is a replica of the one worn by the "mean girl" character Lana Thomas.