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TikTok star turned pop singer Addison Rae<\/a><\/strong> surprised fans who knew her from her viral dance videos when she ventured into a music career. The 24-year-old social media personality\u2019s musical aspirations were initially met with cynicism, but the release of her 2025 major label debut album Addison<\/em> has quieted critics, with her single \u201cDiet Pepsi\u201d becoming one of summer 2025\u2019s most infectious anthems.<\/p>\n Any remaining skeptics of Addison Rae, born Addison Rae Easterling, have likely been silenced following her recent performance at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles. As part of the Grammy Museum\u2019s Spotlight Series, the pop world\u2019s newest \u201cIt Girl\u201d gave a stripped-down performance of \u201cDiet Pepsi\u201d that stunned even the most staunch critics. Her lyrical, breathy voice drew comparisons to both Britney Spears<\/strong><\/a>and Lana Del Rey<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Related: Pop Star Addison Rae Stuns Fans by Embracing Her Natural Curves at London Show: \u2018A Greek Goddess’<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n From \u201cShe\u2019s stunning,\u201d to \u201cShe sounds so good,\u201d even reluctant pop music fans are having a hard time finding fault with Rae\u2019s stripped-back performance of \u201cDiet Pepsi.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cFine, I\u2019ll admit I love it,\u201d confessed one fan, likely echoing the sentiments of many.<\/p>\n But social media fans aren\u2019t the only ones taking notice. Rae recently received a DM from pop sensation Kylie Minogue<\/strong><\/a>, a moment Rae called \u201cso cool.\u201d<\/p>\n Rae\u2019s not the only pop star sharing a softer version of \u201cDiet Pepsi.\u201d Dear Evan Hansen<\/em> star Ben Platt <\/strong>recently covered the song for the Las Culturistas Awards, further cementing himself as a pop icon in his own right.<\/p>\n Addison Rae rose to international fame in 2019 for her viral TikTok dances<\/a> as part of The Hype House. With 88 million followers, she quickly became the platform\u2019s fifth-most followed creator.<\/p>\n The Louisiana native released her first single, \u201cObsessed,\u201d in 2021. The song received mostly lackluster reviews, leading Rae to pause and reassess her musical aspirations. She later reinvented her sound, leaning into a more experimental pop aesthetic.<\/p>\n After signing with Columbia Records<\/a>, Rae released her major label debut in June 2025, showcasing a sonic shift toward a Lana Del Rey-inspired soundscape.<\/p>\n This summer, Rae has been touring across Europe<\/a>, even opening for Lana Del Rey at Wembley Stadium<\/a>. U.S. dates are scheduled for this fall.<\/p>\n \u201cI always knew I wanted to be famous,\u201d the singer told Elle<\/em> magazine<\/a>. Judging by her massive following and sold-out shows, it\u2019s safe to say she already is.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfacSIGN UP for Parade’s Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox<\/strong><\/a>\ud83c\udfac<\/p>\n This story was originally reported by Parade<\/a> on Aug 23, 2025, where it first appeared in the Celebs<\/a> section. 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Ben Platt Covers ‘Diet Pepsi’<\/h2>\n
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