Emerging pop sensation Freya Skye has candidly shared the significant influence that fellow Disney Channel alumni Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo have had on her burgeoning music career and songwriting process.
From Disney Actor to Charting Musician
While Freya Skye first captured public attention portraying Nova Bright in Disney's Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires, she is rapidly transitioning from screen star to serious musical artist. Following the success of her 2025 single 'silent treatment', Skye has solidified her musical credentials with the release of her critically acclaimed EP titled stardust, earning her recognition as Capital Buzz Artist for February 2026.
Musical Heroes and Creative Aspirations
In a revealing interview celebrating her new EP, Skye participated in the popular What the Deck? segment, discussing everything from her favourite Taylor Swift lyrics to her most embarrassing celebrity encounters. The conversation naturally turned to musical inspiration, where Skye expressed particular admiration for contemporary pop stars who share her Disney background.
"One right now that I'm really obsessed with and think is so brilliant is a song called 'things i wish you said' by Sabrina Carpenter," Skye confessed when asked about songs she wished she had written. "I love that song. I wish that that had been me."
With characteristic humour, she added: "Me and Sabrina go way back. She doesn't know I exist but I love her...emails i can't send is one of my favourites." When pressed for her top Sabrina Carpenter tracks, Skye highlighted 'things i wish you said', 'opposite' and 'When Did You Get Hot?' as particular standouts.
Disney Legacy and Artistic Development
The Disney connection runs deep in Skye's artistic consciousness. When questioned about other Disney stars who have inspired her musical journey, she immediately identified Olivia Rodrigo as a major influence. "Olivia Rodrigo. She is a huge inspiration," Skye affirmed. "I've loved her since High School Musical: The Musical: The Series and now the music is so cool."
Beyond Carpenter and Rodrigo, Skye acknowledged the broader impact of Disney's musical legacy, citing Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez as additional inspirations. Reflecting on her own guest appearance in Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, Skye expressed awe at being part of such an influential entertainment tradition: "It's just a crazy thing to be a part of. It's such a huge legacy."
This honest reflection on artistic influences comes at a pivotal moment in Skye's career as she establishes her musical identity beyond her Disney acting roots. Her willingness to acknowledge the artists who have shaped her creative development offers fans a deeper understanding of the musical journey that has produced her acclaimed stardust EP.
