# Billy Corgan Explains Why Olivia Rodrigo Is Your Favorite Rock Star’s Favorite Pop Star: ‘She’s Not Afraid’

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/billy-corgan-explains-why-olivia-rodrigo-is-your-favorite-rock-stars-favorite-pop-star-shes-not-afraid/
- Published: 2026-10-23T18:22:34+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-23T19:26:00+00:00
- Original publisher: Billboard
- Original article: https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/billy-corgan-fan-olivia-rodrigo-what-he-likes-her-music-1236367252/
- Topics: Celebrity, Entertainment

## Key points

- Corgan admires Rodrigo’s fearless, imperfect approach to songwriting.
- He views comparisons with Smashing Pumpkins songs as flattering.
- Several established rock musicians have praised or collaborated with her.

## Summary

Billy Corgan says Olivia Rodrigo’s willingness to take risks and embrace imperfections makes her an authentic artist, earning respect from rock musicians. His praise matters amid comparisons between some of her songs and Smashing Pumpkins tracks, which he said he finds flattering.

Speaking on The New York Times’ Popcast, Corgan called Rodrigo smart and savvy, and recalled joining her for a duet of “33” at Lollapalooza this summer. Other musicians who have praised or worked with her include Sheryl Crow, Mick Jagger, Alanis Morissette, Stevie Nicks, Jack White and Robert Smith; Smith also collaborated with her on “What’s Wrong With Me”.

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