"Diet Pepsi" is a song by American singer and songwriter Addison Rae. It was released on August 9, 2024, through Columbia Records, as her major label debut single, marking also her first single release in three years since "Obsessed" (2021).[3]
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| Single by Addison Rae | ||||
| Written | February 2024 | |||
| Released | August 9, 2024 | |||
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| Length | 2:49 | |||
| Label | Columbia | |||
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Background
editRae shared first hints of new music in June 2024 through her social media. The singer got more specific in early August 2024 by posting snippets and lyrics of the song.[4] On August 5, she revealed the release date and title for her debut single with Columbia Records.[5]
Reception
editThe song received positive reviews from both critics and listeners, who praised Rae for her successful shift from her previous bubblegum pop lyrics and sonic direction to a more mature sound.[6] Billboard described the song as a "turning point" in Rae's artistic journey as it creates more of a clear vision on who Rae is as an artist, opposed to previous projects.[1]
Music video
editThe official music video was released alongside the song on August 9, 2024, and was directed by Sean Price Williams. The video opens up with Rae teasing an unreleased song and having fun in the backseat of a car, alongside her male love interest portrayed by Drew Van Acker.
Charts
edit| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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| Australia (ARIA)[7] | 63 |
| Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[8] | 71 |
| Ireland (IRMA)[9] | 46 |
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[10] | 5 |
| UK Singles (OCC)[11] | 50 |
| US Bubbling Under Hot 100 (Billboard)[12] | 2 |
References
edit- ^ a b Lipshutz, Jason (August 12, 2024). "Cool New Pop Songs: Addison Rae's 'Diet Pepsi' is a Sugar Rush, and Potential Turning Point". Billboard. Retrieved August 12, 2024.
- ^ Libby, Giselle (August 9, 2024). "Addison Rae's Major Label Debut Goes Down Smoother Than "Diet Pepsi"". Ones to Watch. Retrieved August 12, 2024.
- ^ Blistein, Jon (August 5, 2024). "Addison Rae to Put the Soda Back in Pop With New Single "Diet Pepsi"". Rolling Stone. Retrieved August 8, 2024.
- ^ "Addison Rae set to release debut single "Diet Pepsi" with Columbia records". The Express Tribune. August 6, 2024. Retrieved August 8, 2024.
- ^ Wickes, Hanna (August 7, 2024). "Breaking It Down: Addison Rae Is Releasing New Music in 2024: Everything We Know About Her Upcoming Single". J-14. Retrieved August 8, 2024.
- ^ Spanos, Brittany (August 9, 2024). "Addison Rae Is Sweet Like 'Diet Pepsi' on Major Label Debut". Rolling Stone. Retrieved August 12, 2024.
- ^ "The ARIA Report: Week Commencing 9 September 2024". The ARIA Report. No. 1801. Australian Recording Industry Association. September 9, 2024. p. 4.
- ^ "Billboard Canadian Hot 100: Week of September 14, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved September 10, 2024.
- ^ "Official Irish Singles Chart Top 50". Official Charts Company. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. August 19, 2024. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
- ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
- ^ "Bubbling Under Hot 100 Chart: September 14, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved September 10, 2024.