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Olivia Rodrigo's Christmas Song Honors Waitresses, Not Plagiarism
Christopher Butler defends Olivia Rodrigo's Christmas song as homage, not ripoff, after Waitresses' influence.
In brief
Christopher Butler defends Olivia Rodrigo's Christmas song as homage, not ripoff, after Waitresses' influence. Olivia Rodrigo's Christmas song 'take me home (4 christmas)' is an homage to The Waitresses' 'Christmas Wrapping', not a ripoff, per songwriter Christopher Butler. Originally reported by Stereogum.
Olivia Rodrigo's Christmas Song Release
Olivia Rodrigo released her first Christmas song 'take me home (4 christmas)' on November 5, 2026.
Christopher Butler's Initial Contact
Christopher Butler received a fake email claiming to be Olivia Rodrigo, who invited him to hear her Christmas song.
Butler's Deep Dive into Olivia Rodrigo
Butler discovered Olivia Rodrigo's career was impressive, including her album Sour and live performances.
Butler Meets Olivia Rodrigo
Butler met Olivia Rodrigo at her Unraveled Tour in Columbus after her label's minder invited him.
Butler's Praise for Olivia Rodrigo
Butler praised Olivia Rodrigo's songwriting, band, lyrics, and recognition of The Waitresses' work.
Butler's Legal Perspective
Butler stated Olivia Rodrigo's song has no copyright issues as it lacks melody or chord progression from The Waitresses.
Butler's YouTube Comments
Butler thanked fans for comparing his song to Olivia Rodrigo's Christmas song, calling it an homage.
Butler's Taylor Swift Comment
Butler joked about Taylor Swift potentially being threatened by Olivia Rodrigo's success.
Olivia Rodrigo's 'Miss This Christmas'
Olivia Rodrigo released a melancholic b-side 'miss this christmas' exclusively on vinyl and cassette.
Butler's Final Stance
Butler confirmed Olivia Rodrigo's song is an homage to The Waitresses, not a ripoff, with no legal issues.
In short
Olivia Rodrigo's Christmas song 'take me home (4 christmas)' is an homage to The Waitresses' 'Christmas Wrapping', not a ripoff, per songwriter Christopher Butler.
