Olivia Rodrigo plans return to the Philippines to explore its islands

• Olivia Rodrigo expressed her desire to visit the Philippines again and see its famous islands
• The Filipino-American singer reminisced about her 2024 Manila concert for women’s healthcare causes
• Rodrigo shared that being warmly accepted by Filipinos was deeply meaningful to her
• She confirmed she is currently working on her third studio album

Filipino-American pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo is eager to return to the Philippines to explore more of its scenic islands and pristine beaches.

In a recent interview with "Elle" magazine ahead of her concert in New York, Rodrigo confirmed that she is already working on her third studio album.

Toward the end of the discussion, "Elle" deputy editor Erica Gonzales, who is also Filipino-American, asked about the singer’s experience during her Philippine homecoming concert last November.

The “Vampire” hitmaker fondly recalled that trip as a meaningful one, especially since all proceeds from her Manila concert were donated to Jhpiego, an organization that supports women’s and girls’ healthcare.

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She also mentioned the affordable P1,500 ticket price and her “Miss So Filipina” sash as highlights of the event.

“Just on a personal level, I had just never been to the Philippines and I wasn't born there. I don't speak Tagalog very well,” Rodrigo shared.

“I kind of had a chip on my shoulder like, ‘Oh gosh, I hope that they accept me and they see me as a Filipino and I'm a source of pride for them,’ I always wanted that to be the case.”

The 21-year-old singer said she felt deeply touched by the warm welcome from fans.

“I love the Philippines so much and I can't wait to go back,” she said. Rodrigo added that she hopes to return soon to explore outside Manila — “to swim in the beautiful oceans and see all the beaches.”

Olivia Rodrigo is a Filipino-American singer-songwriter and actress who rose to global fame with her 2021 debut single “drivers license,” which topped charts worldwide and earned her multiple Grammy Awards. Born on February 20, 2003, in Temecula, California, to a Filipino father and an American mother of German and Irish descent, Rodrigo first gained recognition as a Disney star in Bizaardvark and High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. She has since become one of the defining voices of her generation through her emotionally raw songwriting and hits like “good 4 u” and “vampire.” Beyond her music, Rodrigo has embraced her Filipino heritage and expressed pride in her roots, particularly during her visits to the Philippines.

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Marian Rivera and Zia didn't pass up seeing Olivia Rodrigo's first-ever concert in the country. The celebrity mom took to social media to share a video from the show. In the clip, Zia could not contain her happiness when the Filipino-American singer-songwriter waved at her fans. In the caption, Marian thanked Olivia for making her daughter happy.

Elijah Canlas touched the hearts of his fans and followers after bringing along a photo of his late brother to Olivia Rodrigo's concert. On his Instagram page, Elijah revealed how his late brother, JM, used to be obsessed with Olivia and how the latter had a corner of "Olivia merch" at home. According to Elijah, JM even used to make him watch the Disney shows which Olivia was a part of back in the day, which is why Elijah knows most of her songs.

Source: KAMI.com.gh