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Entertainment · October 16, 2026

Tune Into Olivia Rodrigo’s Retro Game Show, a.k.a. Her ‘Expectations’ Remix Feat. Chappell Roan

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On October 15, 2026, Olivia Rodrigo released her first-ever remix, featuring Chappell Roan on the track 'Expectations' from Rodrigo's third album, 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love.' The collaboration was accompanied by an 80s-inspired music video directed by Bardia Zeinali, featuring a retro game show theme. Talking Heads frontman David Byrne appears as the fictional host Johnny Johnson, while producer Dan Nigro also makes a cameo. The song features a new verse from Roan and addresses themes of setting high standards in dating.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan released a remix of 'Expectations' on October 15, 2026.
  • The music video features an 80s retro game show theme including a parody called 'The Big Expectations Show.'
  • David Byrne guest stars as a fictional game show host named Johnny Johnson.
  • Dan Nigro, who produces for both artists, appears in the music video.
  • Chappell Roan added a new verse to the track.
  • The song 'Expectations' originates from Rodrigo's third album, 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love.'

Reported by only some outlets

  • Bardia Zeinali directed the music video.
  • The video specifically spoofs 'Family Feud' (called 'Sister Squabble') and 'Hollywood Squares.'
  • Chappell Roan's new verse references a female suitor, whereas Rodrigo's original lyrics focused on men.
  • The Daisy Chain Fields festival raised $10 million, which was doubled to $20 million by Melinda French Gates.
  • This is Chappell Roan's first-ever feature on another artist's track.

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