{
  "id": 15437862,
  "title": "Olivia Rodrigo Shuts Down Accusations About AI Video With “Expectations” BTS Footage",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/olivia-rodrigo-shuts-down-accusations-about-ai-video-with",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-10-18T15:10:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Stereogum",
    "slug": "stereogum",
    "url": "https://stereogum.com/2514911/olivia-rodrigo-shuts-down-accusations-about-ai-video-with-expectations-bts-footage/news/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Friday, Olivia Rodrigo released her song \"Expectations,\" a revamped version of her earlier synth-pop hit, featuring a collaboration with Chappell Roan. Accompanying the new release, the artist debuted an 80s-inspired music video that has faced criticism from fans who suspected the use of AI due to animation inconsistencies.\n\nOlivia Rodrigo previously expressed her disdain for AI usage in music, stating unequivocally, \"I would never use AI in any of my music.\" In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, she emphasized her firm stance against AI, adding that her closest encounter with the technology was when she and producer Dan Nigro briefly considered using ChatGPT for potential song titles, which they deemed to be \"all fucking awful.\"\n\nFollowing the video's launch, Rodrigo's official fan channel released a behind-the-scenes video the following day, seemingly aiming to dispel the rumors. The video showcases mock-up illustrations of the animations used, clearly labeling each element as hand-drawn characters, 2D & 3D animation, and analog TV screens. The behind-the-scenes footage underscores the artist's commitment to authenticity and her refusal to resort to AI in her creative process.",
  "summary": "The post Olivia Rodrigo Shuts Down Accusations About AI Video With “Expectations” BTS Footage appeared first on Stereogum .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}