Diet Pepsi (song)
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| Single by Addison Rae | ||||
| Written | February 2024 | |||
| Released | August 9, 2024 | |||
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| Length | 2:49 | |||
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"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] Unlike it's predecessor, "Diet Pepsi" received positive reviews and charted in several countries worldwide, emerging as Rae's early breakthrough.[4]
Background
[edit]Rae 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.[5] On August 5, she revealed the release date and title for her debut single with Columbia Records.[6]
Reception
[edit]The 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.[7] 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
[edit]The 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)[8] | 52 |
| Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[9] | 53 |
| Global 200 (Billboard)[10] | 145 |
| Ireland (IRMA)[11] | 35 |
| New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ)[12] | 40 |
| Singapore (RIAS)[13] | 29 |
| UK Singles (OCC)[14] | 46 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[15] | 86 |
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.
- ^ Zellner, Xander (September 16, 2024). "Hot 100 First-Timers: Addison Rae Debuts With Breakthrough Single 'Diet Pepsi'". Billboard. Retrieved September 19, 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 16 September 2024". The ARIA Report. No. 1802. Australian Recording Industry Association. September 16, 2024. p. 4.
- ^ "Billboard Canadian Hot 100: Week of September 21, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
- ^ "Billboard Global 200: Week of September 21, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
- ^ "Official Irish Singles Chart Top 50". Official Charts Company. Retrieved September 13, 2024.
- ^ "NZ Top 40 Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. September 16, 2024. Retrieved September 13, 2024.
- ^ "RIAS Top Charts Week 37 (6 - 12 Sep 2024)". RIAS. Archived from the original on September 17, 2024. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
- ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved September 13, 2024.
- ^ Zellner, Xander. "Hot 100 First-Timers: Addison Rae Debuts With Breakthrough Single 'Diet Pepsi'". Billboard. Retrieved September 16, 2024.