Olivia Rodrigo shares David Byrne cover of Drivers License to mark fifth anniversary

January 9, 2026 – Radio 854 Music News:

Olivia Rodrigo is celebrating a major milestone in her career by looking back at the song that started it all. To mark the fifth anniversary of her breakout hit Drivers License, the pop superstar has shared a special cover of the track by Talking Heads frontman David Byrne.

The original Drivers License was released in January 2021 and quickly became a global phenomenon, topping charts around the world and turning Rodrigo into one of pop music’s most talked-about new voices. Five years on, the song remains a defining moment of her career — and one that continues to inspire artists across genres.

Taking to social media, Rodrigo shared Byrne’s stripped-back, art-rock-style rendition of the emotional ballad, praising the legendary musician’s unique take on the song. Byrne’s version reimagines Drivers License with a minimalist arrangement and his unmistakable vocal delivery, offering fans a fresh perspective on the heartbreak anthem.

“Still can’t believe this song and everything that came with it,” Rodrigo wrote alongside the clip, reflecting on how much her life has changed since the track’s release. Fans were quick to react, with many calling the cover “iconic” and celebrating the unexpected crossover between generations of music legends.

Since Drivers License, Olivia Rodrigo has gone on to release two hugely successful albums, win multiple Grammy Awards, and cement herself as one of the most influential artists of her generation. Yet the song’s impact clearly hasn’t faded — both for listeners and for Rodrigo herself.

The anniversary moment serves as a reminder of how one song can change everything, and how Drivers License continues to resonate, five years later, in ways no one could have predicted.

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