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On the track Growing Up, she sampled the 1997 hit \u201cDammit\u201d by Blink-182, a detail that fans quickly recognised following the album\u2019s release.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Social media users widely praised the creative choice, describing the song as a nostalgic tribute for millennials. Many listeners said the sampling revived memories of their youth, particularly among those who followed Duff\u2019s rise to fame through the television series Lizzie McGuire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The album has performed strongly on streaming platforms shortly after release, signalling a successful return to music for the pop star. 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