Diet Pepsi

Addison Rae stepped onto the major-label stage on August 9, 2024 with Diet Pepsi, a shimmering synth-pop single that set the tone for her debut album Addison. The track blends dreamy production with Rae's distinct vocal modulation to explore what she describes as the immortal feeling of being young and in love. Critics immediately noted the song's mature direction, drawing favorable comparisons to early Lana Del Rey for its atmospheric quality and Rae's confident delivery.

Commercially, the release marked Rae's first entry on the US Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 54. International charts responded even more enthusiastically, with the song securing top-ten spots in Ireland, Singapore, and the United Kingdom while landing in the top 20 across Australia, New Zealand, and the Philippines. Despite the strong streaming numbers, the track has not yet received Gold or Platinum certification from major bodies.

The song's cultural footprint expanded quickly beyond music charts. In a notable incident, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security used the track in an ICE promotional video without permission, prompting Rae to publicly criticize the agency. Later, in February 2026, the song became the soundtrack for an Uber Eats Super Bowl advertisement featuring Matthew McConaughey and Bradley Cooper squabbling over a Diet Pepsi. Rae also took the song live at Lollapalooza Brazil in 2026, showcasing her evolution as a touring artist. [edit]