Olivia Rodrigo has revealed custom in-ear monitors featuring the faces of Carrie Bradshaw and Samantha Jones from "Sex and the City," as she counts down to the launch of her new tour. The singer wrote on Instagram that the tour starts in two weeks and shared a look at her new in-ear headphones, sparking a wave of comments from fans.
In-ear monitors are custom-fitted earpieces that singers wear on stage so they can clearly hear their own voice and the band's music. Over the years they have evolved from simple work tools into miniature canvases for personal expression. Rodrigo has a history of customizing hers with famous faces, having worn an image of Edward Cullen from the "Twilight" saga during her previous tour.
A personal tribute to Carrie and Samantha
The photos Rodrigo shared clearly show each earpiece printed with the face of one of the two characters, Carrie Bradshaw and Samantha Jones, two of the unforgettable leads of "Sex and the City." The choice highlights the devotion the three-time Grammy winner has for the show, which changed the way people talk about friendship and female independence.
It is not the first time Rodrigo has spoken about her admiration for the series. She has previously said on television that Samantha was her favorite character, praising her uninhibited attitude and unmistakable style.
Fans reacted quickly, with many finding it striking that one of the biggest stars of Generation Z connects so naturally with a reference point from the late 1990s. Through the small detail, Rodrigo builds a bridge between generations, showing that the influence of "Sex and the City" endures, including through its sequel series "And Just Like That," and that the empowerment the show's characters conveyed continues to inspire artists today.
In real life, the two actresses who play the roles have reportedly had a falling out for years, which is why they have not appeared together on screen again.
Counting down to a new musical era
The tribute comes during a period of creative activity for the singer. While finalizing rehearsals and technical preparations for the tour, Rodrigo is also preparing for the upcoming release of new music.
Her new single, "The Cure," is set to come out this Friday. Rodrigo has described it as her favorite song from the new album and possibly one of the best tracks she has ever written. The comment has raised fan expectations about the direction her sound will take following the success of her previous work.
Rodrigo has matured artistically without losing the freshness and honesty that first propelled her to fame. Wearing Carrie and Samantha in her ears each night of the upcoming tour serves as a fitting metaphor, as she takes the stage carrying the boldness and loyalty that defined the characters of the iconic series.
