Olivia Rodrigo praised prior female songwriters and music artists for giving her strength while accepting Billboard’s 2022 Woman of the Year honor. The former teen actor turned pop star was awarded during the event at the YouTube Theater in California.
“What I love most about songwriting is its ability to perfectly capture how I feel better than anything I could have said in a conversation,” she said. “Songwriting has always been everything to me, so for people to connect with my music is beyond a dream come true.”
After she accepted her award, the 10-time Grammy winner and activist said she wanted more equity and opportunity women. She continued to say her “heart is heavy” for the people of Ukraine and said she’s even praying for Russian President Vladimir Putin. H.E.R, Doja Cat, Saweetie, Phoebe Bridgers, Karol G and Summer Walker were some of the other music artists who were recognized at the event, which celebrated the achievements of top female performers and executives in the music industry. Gabby Barrett and executive Golnar Khosrowshahi were also honored during the live stream show, which was hosted by Ciara.
Barrett’s husband, Cade Foehner, gave a heartfelt speech about his wife’s music success and her being a wife and mother.“I grew up with this big dream. It certainly was not easy,” Barrett said. “I did not come from a wealthy background. A lot of people doubted me – kids, adults, schoolteachers. I heard a lot of ‘nos’ and it seemed like every door that I knocked on remained closed for a long time. But by the graciousness of God, I am here today. I continue to work hard and persevere.
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