The singer releases a new song and posts a photo with the 'Drivers License' hitmaker, sparking speculation suggesting that she is the inspiration behind the lyrics.
- May 4, 2024
AceShowbiz - Joshua Bassett, the 23-year-old actor and musician from "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series", has released a new song titled "The Golden Years." The track features lyrics that have fans speculating about its potential connection to his former co-star Olivia Rodrigo.
In a snippet shared on TikTok, Bassett sings, "Four years gone by in a blink of an eye / We were young 'till we weren't / It was fun 'till I hurt." The video shows him on a beach by the Santa Monica pier.
Upon posting the clip, fans immediately flooded the comments section with questions about the song's inspiration. Many wondered if Bassett was singing about Rodrigo, whom he dated in 2020 while filming the series.
Subsequent posts by Bassett added more fuel to the speculation. He uploaded a second clip of the track, with revised lyrics that included the line, "Now I'm terrified that I'll never find love like yours." The accompanying photos featured images from his time on "HSMTMTS," including one of Rodrigo and Bassett's characters, Nini and Ricky, smiling at each other.
Some fans believe the shirt Bassett wears in the video, which features the numbers 17 and 21, is a reference to Rodrigo's age when she wrote "Driver's License" (17) and her current age (21). The song is widely rumored to be about Bassett.
Bassett and Rodrigo have never officially confirmed a romantic relationship, but their on-screen chemistry and off-screen interactions fueled speculation. However, their rumored relationship allegedly ended in 2020.
Despite their past, Bassett and Rodrigo have reunited at public events and appear to be on friendly terms. Some believe that "The Golden Years" is a reflection of Bassett's fond memories of their time together, while others suggest it may be a response to Rodrigo's songs about their relationship.
Ultimately, the true meaning behind "The Golden Years" remains a mystery. However, the song has certainly sparked a resurgence of interest in the rumored Olivia Rodrigo-Joshua Bassett relationship.
