Olivia Rodrigo premieres new song with Robert Smith at Primavera Sound

Olivia Rodrigo surprised fans at Primavera Sound in Barcelona, Spain by unveiling a new collaboration with Robert Smith from The Cure. The clip of the performance shared on Rodrigo’s official fan account showcased the singer-songwriter debuting the track “What’s Wrong With Me” during her set on June 6. This new song is slated to be part of Rodrigo’s upcoming third album, “You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So In Love.”

Before launching into the new track, Rodrigo spoke about the significance of the song, expressing how it is her first-ever collaboration. She described it as a proud moment for her and emphasized her astonishment at the song’s existence and the opportunity to work with Smith. The singer went on to describe her emotions as “over the moon” about the collaboration. The performance began with Rodrigo solo on stage, only to surprise the audience by bringing out the 67-year-old rock legend, Robert Smith, to perform the song alongside her. Following their performance, Rodrigo shared a heartfelt embrace with Smith and addressed the crowd, expressing her disbelief at the surreal experience of performing with a music icon like Smith.

This recent performance marks the second time that Rodrigo and Smith have shared the stage, with their first collaboration taking place at the 2025 Glastonbury festival in the U.K. There, they captivated the audience with covers of The Cure’s classic hits, “Just Like Heaven” and “Friday I’m in Love.”

The new track featured in Rodrigo’s upcoming album is the 10th on the tracklist of the album’s second act, “You Seem Pretty Sad.” She also unveiled that the first act of her new album would be titled “Girl So In Love,” showcasing her single “Drop Dead” along with other upbeat tracks. The lyrics of the new collaboration touch on themes of “poison” and “insecurities,” connecting back to Rodrigo’s previous single, “The Cure.”

“You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So in Love” is scheduled for release on June 12, much to the anticipation of fans worldwide. Rodrigo’s artistry and collaboration with Robert Smith continue to showcase her growth as a musician, promising listeners an immersive and emotionally resonant music experience with her upcoming album.