Olivia Rodrigo amazed by existence of song’s collaborator

Olivia Rodrigo surprised fans at the Primavera Sound festival by debuting her new song, “What’s Wrong With Me,” featuring Robert Smith. The talented duo had previously performed together at Glastonbury last year, foreshadowing their collaboration.

Rodrigo’s affinity for Robert Smith’s music is evident in her recent singles, where she referenced his work. The upcoming release of her third album, “You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love,” marks a new chapter in her music career, as it includes her first duet with Smith. Rodrigo expressed her excitement about collaborating with Smith, stating, “I just can’t believe that this song exists with the person that it exists with.”

During her performance at Primavera Sound, Rodrigo shared the stage with Smith to sing “What’s Wrong With Me.” The song conveys a blend of sweetness and anguish, reflecting themes of longing. Their harmonies on the choruses and bridge created a captivating on-stage dynamic that left fans in awe.

After the performance, Rodrigo took to Instagram to express her admiration for Smith, calling him “one of the most brilliant, legendary, wonderful people to ever exist.” She shared her anticipation for fans to hear their collaboration on the upcoming album and the track “What’s Wrong With Me.”

While Smith’s involvement in Rodrigo’s album had not been officially confirmed, their collaborative efforts come as no surprise. Following their performance at Glastonbury, Smith revealed that they had spent time together in the studio. Despite the age gap and demographic differences, Smith praised Rodrigo’s music, expressing his admiration for her albums “Sour” and “Guts.” The mutual respect between the two artists is evident in their creative partnership.

With the release of “You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love” on the horizon, fans eagerly anticipate hearing the full version of “What’s Wrong With Me” and experiencing the magic of Rodrigo and Smith’s collaboration. As Rodrigo continues to evolve as an artist, her partnership with the iconic Robert Smith promises to be a highlight of her musical journey.