OLIVIA COX - Stupid Love

On Rotation: OLIVIA COX "STUPID LOVE"

Olivia Cox, a rising Belfast-born singer-songwriter, released her latest single Stupid Love, which can only be described as a pop track that combines vulnerability and danceability into one. Working with Vancouver-based producer Andrew Dixson, Cox’s latest release captures the push-and-pull of falling for someone.

Sound wise, Stupid Love is a blend of ethereal melodies and punchy grooves. The production might first draw comparisons to the emotionally charged pop of artists like FLETCHER, Olivia Rodrigo, and Olivia O’Brian, offering a cocktail of vulnerability and energy. The track is built on a foundation of breakbeat-inspired drums, lush synths, and a soaring vocal performance from Cox. The distorted vocal shouts of “I HATE THIS STUPID LOVE” add a cathartic edge to the glossy production, creating a balance between polished pop and unfiltered emotion.

With its angst-filled lyrics, Stupid Love aligns with today’s contemporary pop-genre, where artists who steer away from what has already been said are the ones who gain the most attention. The chorus, “Is this what falling feels like? / I'm getting shivers down my spine / You're not supposed to be / But I'm down for a fight this time,” encapsulates the contradiction of falling for someone you know might not fit into your life. Throughout each line, Cox’s lyrics vividly explore the head-versus-heart dynamic, painting a picture of emotional turmoil and excitement.

All in all, if you’re looking to follow an artist before they get big, Olivia Cox should be your next listen. Stupid Love is a personal, yet all too relatable, athem for anyone who has ever felt the chaos of new love. With its perfectly balanced production and confessional lyrics, Cox proves she’s already mastered what some artists take decades to learn.