Olivia Rodrigo performs iconic song with Avril Lavigne
The pair surprised fans at one of her 'Sour' shows
Last updated 3rd May 2022
Olivia Rodrigo is currently on the North American leg of her 'Sour' world tour and has been performing Avril Lavigne's 2002 hit 'Complicated' as part of her setlist. To fans' delight, at her Toronto show on 29th April, the 'Good 4 You' singer was joined on stage by Avril to perform the nostalgic tune.
Speaking about Avril before the performance, Olivia said that she was someone: "who broke down so many barriers and opened so many doors for girls like me. I'm so, so, so lucky that she came here tonight to sing with me."
Watch Olivia Rodrigo and Avril Lavigne sing 'Complicated':
Following the performance, Avril took to Instagram to post a sweet message, sharing a photo of the pair on stage and writing: 'Jumped up to sing ‘Complicated’ on stage with Olivia Rodrigo in Toronto tonight. It was very sweet to perform with you tonight on your SOUR tour!! Have an incredible tour gurl. Keep killing it. Sending you so much love.' (sic)
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Speaking to Variety, Avril previously sang Olivia's praises, saying: "I think it’s important for people like Olivia to give an honest voice to so many young women who are still discovering themselves.
"Her songs are her truth, and you can really feel that. You can tell it’s real by the way all of her fans grab onto every single word she says."
Olivia Rodrigo 'Sour' UK tour dates
July
Saturday 2nd - Glasgow, O2 Academy
Sunday 3rd - Manchester, O2 Apollo
Monday 4th - Birmingham, O2 Academy
Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th - London, Eventim Apollo
Remaining tickets are available from Aloud.com
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