Minority Mindset

The song “begged” explores a common relationship issue: one partner wanting to go out more than the other. The lyrics, including the lines “What a shame, you’re not here / Here to witness my devotion / And my endless well of needs / I’m an anchor in the ocean,” suggest a feeling of being held back. Olivia Rodrigo has mentioned that some of her new songs are inspired by the characters Miranda and Steve from Sex and the City. Given this, “begged” could be told from Steve’s point of view, reflecting his frustrations and desires.

He’s taken on a variety of roles, but playing John Stewart in DC’s Lanterns feels like his biggest opportunity so far. With shows like Superman, Peacemaker, and Creature Commandos already successfully launching the new DC Universe, the studio needs to maintain that positive energy when Lanterns arrives in 2026.

The show struggled last night because it expected Olivia Rodrigo to be good at everything a pop-star host does. While Rodrigo is a talented singer-songwriter with a charming personality and a good sense of humor, she’s not a naturally broad comedic performer. She excels in subtle, clever moments, but isn’t suited for the big, energetic comedy—like musical impressions or physical gags—that hosts like Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, or Lady Gaga deliver so well.

During the 2010s, ABC was the leader in family sitcoms with hits like Modern Family, Black-ish, and The Goldbergs. CBS tried to capture some of that same audience with Life in Pieces, a unique and creatively structured show that followed three generations of the Short family as they navigated life in modern Los Angeles.