Should I invest in a Roth IRA as a 19 year old?

I’m currently a 19 year old who is looking to invest for my future, I currently have savings amounting to $15,000 and I have been considering opening a Roth IRA, however I plan on retiring prior to being 59 1/2 years old. I have a full ride scholarship to college and don’t have many expenses currently. I feel like I can contribute more than the $7000 Roth IRA limit to VOO stock in my regular stock portfolio and I kinda feel like overtime it would grow much more rapidly than just sitting in my Roth until I’m 60. Tell me what you guys think.