It’s official, we are living in the era of Chappell Roan.
Imagine a pop universe where every song is a burst of glitter with a hint of rebellion. That is the world of Chappell Roan, where each song is a rollercoaster full of powerhouse energy and electrifying fun.
Typically a new release from Taylor Swift or Beyonce would steal the spotlight, but this summer the 26-year-old Midwestern pop princess has made waves. In just a couple of months, Chappell Roan has become a household name, impossible to ignore.
To understand Chappell Roan is to know the beginning of her story.
This mid-western star didn’t just pop up out of nowhere, Roan has been working towards success for nearly a decade. She started out posting singing videos to YouTube, which allowed her to get signed by Atlantic Records at the age of 17. She then began to tour as an opening artist for performers such as Declan McKenna and Olivia Rodrigo. The pop princess started to gain popularity through those performances, but what began her shift was dropping Atlantic Records and signing with Island Records in 2020. Here, Chappell Roan was able to be herself and eventually release her debut album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess in 2023.
This album transcended her into the spotlight and she has continued to grow even since then. The reason Roan is so loved is because she always stays true to herself. Her image is extremely influenced by drag culture, which is something new to a lot of people. Roan is known for her big red hair, glamorous costumes, and rebellious songs. No one is like her in the industry, and people love what she stands for.
Students here at Fairfield University have expressed their love for the pop sensation. Glee Member Jane Coppola ‘27 voiced her appreciation that “Chappell Roan is unapologetically herself. She’s less scripted than a lot of other pop artists.”
Coppola shared, “She says what she is feeling and what she truly believes in…which I really admire.”
Coppola’s thoughts are exactly why so many people love Chappell Roan. People want to root for someone true to themselves. It is clear that Roan has worked extremely hard to get to where she is. Coppola doesn’t believe Roan was an overnight sensation but believes that “She spent years perfecting her brand and imagining and finding something unique that truly stuck.”
One of the most important things Chappell Roan has done has been for the LGBTQ+ community. She is a representation of everything they want to hear. Her song “Good Luck, Babe!” has gained extreme popularity. This is a song about looking back “on a secret relationship with a woman from her past and the struggle with compulsory heterosexuality…” This song, as well as her others, allows LGBTQ+ members to find themselves in her lyrics.
Sophomore Abby Roberge agrees that Chappell Roan is someone to look out for. She adds, “I think Chappell Roan is a refreshing new pop musician with her unique sound that other artists can’t quite recreate.”
Both Roberge and Coppola point out the fact that no one is doing it like Chappell Roan. She also brings such a special energy whenever she sings. Her uniqueness scored her a win as “Best New Artist” at the MTV Video Music Awards last weekend!
In the electrifying realm of pop music, Chappell Roan isn’t just a standout– she’s a midwest princess paving the way for those around her. Roan shines in the spotlight, always being true to herself– not caring what anyone thinks about her. As we look ahead, it’s clear that Chappell Roan is here to stay, redefining what it means to be a pop star in the twenty-first century.
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