Rodrigo's blue cheerleading uniform is a replica of the one worn by the "mean girl" character Lana Thomas.

Watch these videos to see the visual references and behind-the-scenes breakdown of the music video: Olivia Rodrigo - good 4 u (Official Video) YouTube · OliviaRodrigoVEVO

Critics have noted that the fiery scene where Rodrigo sets her ex's bedroom ablaze parallels Taylor Swift's revenge-themed music video.

Rodrigo has stated that the video was intended to express "feminine rage," a theme she felt was underrepresented in media.

The opening scene, featuring Rodrigo being recorded for a cheer team tryout, is a nod to this Japanese horror film.

The video is widely noted for its numerous references to classic horror and teen films from the late 1990s and early 2000s: