Olivia Rodrigo’s “traitor” (2021) is a heart-wrenching ballad that calls out a lover for emotional betrayal. Despite the relationship not technically overlapping, Rodrigo laments “guess you didn’t cheat, but you’re still a traitor” – a line that became instantly iconic. The song peaked at #9 on the Hot 100, buoyed by *Sour*’s massive success and fan favoritism. With its swelling bridge and gut-punch lyrics, “traitor” earned widespread praise and solidified Rodrigo’s ability to channel heartbreak into beautifully relatable music.