In a surprise move, Olivia Rodrigo has unveiled her new song “Serena Joy” through a limited-edition CD single, exclusively available at Analog Music Shop in Tustin, California. This special release comes just ahead of the highly anticipated Daisy Chain Fields festival, which Rodrigo is set to headline next weekend.
Exclusive Release at Analog Music Shop
Analog Music Shop, located a mere 7.5 miles from Irvine’s Great Park—home to the Daisy Chain Fields festival—announced on social media that Rodrigo provided 500 copies of the Handmaid’s Tale-inspired track. Remarkably, by Friday night, all copies had sold out, highlighting the excitement surrounding both the artist and the event.
The record shop expressed their enthusiasm on social media, stating, “When we heard that Olivia Rodrigo was bringing an all-women music festival to Orange County, we were honestly just excited to see something this special happening right here in our hometown. As one of the closest record stores in the area, we wanted to find a way to support Daisy Chain Fields.”
A Special Connection
They further shared their disbelief, detailing, “We knew Olivia had a track record of supporting record stores, but we were still taken aback when we heard the news: Olivia is releasing a new song ahead of Daisy Chain Fields called ‘Serena Joy,’ and she wants the physical CD copies to be exclusively sold at Analog Record Shop. And the best part… She’s giving it to us 3 DAYS before anyone else can hear it.”
The shop emphasized the significance of this gesture, noting, “More than anything, we’re grateful for what this represents: An artist building a stage for women in music and raising funds for women and girls. An artist willing to support a local independent record store. And a hometown getting to be part of something really special. That means a lot to us.”
Origins of “Serena Joy”
“Serena Joy” was one of the tracks recorded for Rodrigo’s recent album, You Look Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, but did not make the final cut. In a conversation with Etalk, Rodrigo reflected, “I actually really love [‘Serena Joy’]. It didn’t fit on the album. The record was very much a chronicle of a relationship — beginning, middle and end. But I hope that it’ll be a part of something else down the line.”
Future Digital Release
While Rodrigo has not publicly commented on this limited edition release, Analog Music Shop hinted at a broader digital launch for “Serena Joy” anticipated on Monday, allowing even more fans to enjoy the track.
