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Olivia Rodrigo Debuts Robert Smith Collaboration on New Song "what's wrong with me" - First Feature Partnership
Olivia Rodrigo, the 23‑year‑old pop sensation, just announced that the tenth track on her forthcoming third studio album, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, will feature English legend Robert Smith, co‑founder of The Cure. The collaboration, titled "what's wrong with me," marks Rodrigo’s first official feature outside of soundtrack work and is slated for release on June 12, 2026, when the album drops worldwide through Geffen Records.
Rodrigo first burst onto the scene with her 2021 debut Sour, which produced Billboard Hot 100 number‑one singles "Drivers License" and "Good 4 U." She followed with Guts in 2023, yielding the chart‑topping single "Vampire," and her most recent album Drop Dead in 2025, featuring the number‑one track "Drop Dead." The artist has earned three Grammy Awards, four MTV Video Music Awards, and seven Billboard Music Awards, and was named Time’s Entertainer of the Year in 2021.
The new album—stylized in all lowercase—was announced on April 2 via Rodrigo’s Instagram, revealing its title, artwork, and June 12 release date. It follows the pattern of her previous releases, each debuting at number one on the Billboard 200, and continues her record of having every lead single from her first three albums reach the top of the Hot 100.
Rodrigo described the partnership as "really, really special" and noted that it is her first feature. She performed the song live for the first time at Primavera Sound in Barcelona on June 6, 2026, where she surprised the audience with the track. In a BBC 6 Music interview, Smith praised Rodrigo’s songwriting and vocal ability, calling her "effortless" and "natural." The song’s lyrics explore the emotional toll of a relationship, with Rodrigo singing, "I went to the doctor and she said I was fine / But every movie that I see makes me cry / It’s like somebody put a weight on my chest / I should talk to a friend / But I can’t get out of bed / My head is spinning and my stomach is sick / Say I’m in love, so it’s hard to admit / I can’t eat, I can’t sleep / I think you’re what’s wrong with me."
Primavera Sound, held at Parc del Fòrum in Barcelona each year, attracted 287,000 attendees in 2026. Rodrigo’s surprise set included the debut of "what's wrong with me" and a brief appearance by Smith onstage, a moment that drew attention from music journalists and festivalgoers alike. The festival, known for its diverse lineup and gender‑equal policy, has become one of Europe’s largest music events since its 2001 inception.
The collaboration bridges a generational gap between Rodrigo’s pop‑driven teen audience and Smith’s legacy in post‑punk and goth music. For Rodrigo, it represents her first formal partnership and a willingness to experiment beyond her established songwriting formula. For Smith, it offers a chance to engage with a younger demographic and to showcase his songwriting versatility. Industry observers note that such cross‑genre collaborations can broaden streaming audiences and create new marketing narratives.
Musically, "what's wrong with me" blends Rodrigo’s signature confessional pop with Smith’s atmospheric guitar textures. The production, handled by Dan Nigro, incorporates layered synths and a subtle post‑punk edge that complements the lyrical vulnerability. The track’s arrangement allows both vocalists to share the spotlight, with Smith’s baritone harmonizing against Rodrigo’s higher register.
With the album’s release set for June 12, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love will be available on all major streaming platforms and in physical formats. The inclusion of Robert Smith on "what's wrong with me" adds a historic dimension to Rodrigo’s catalog and underscores her continued evolution as an artist. The track will be among the first songs from the album to be streamed and reviewed, and its performance will be monitored by chart trackers and industry analysts.
Rodrigo first burst onto the scene with her 2021 debut Sour, which produced Billboard Hot 100 number‑one singles "Drivers License" and "Good 4 U." She followed with Guts in 2023, yielding the chart‑topping single "Vampire," and her most recent album Drop Dead in 2025, featuring the number‑one track "Drop Dead." The artist has earned three Grammy Awards, four MTV Video Music Awards, and seven Billboard Music Awards, and was named Time’s Entertainer of the Year in 2021.
The new album—stylized in all lowercase—was announced on April 2 via Rodrigo’s Instagram, revealing its title, artwork, and June 12 release date. It follows the pattern of her previous releases, each debuting at number one on the Billboard 200, and continues her record of having every lead single from her first three albums reach the top of the Hot 100.
Rodrigo described the partnership as "really, really special" and noted that it is her first feature. She performed the song live for the first time at Primavera Sound in Barcelona on June 6, 2026, where she surprised the audience with the track. In a BBC 6 Music interview, Smith praised Rodrigo’s songwriting and vocal ability, calling her "effortless" and "natural." The song’s lyrics explore the emotional toll of a relationship, with Rodrigo singing, "I went to the doctor and she said I was fine / But every movie that I see makes me cry / It’s like somebody put a weight on my chest / I should talk to a friend / But I can’t get out of bed / My head is spinning and my stomach is sick / Say I’m in love, so it’s hard to admit / I can’t eat, I can’t sleep / I think you’re what’s wrong with me."
Primavera Sound, held at Parc del Fòrum in Barcelona each year, attracted 287,000 attendees in 2026. Rodrigo’s surprise set included the debut of "what's wrong with me" and a brief appearance by Smith onstage, a moment that drew attention from music journalists and festivalgoers alike. The festival, known for its diverse lineup and gender‑equal policy, has become one of Europe’s largest music events since its 2001 inception.
The collaboration bridges a generational gap between Rodrigo’s pop‑driven teen audience and Smith’s legacy in post‑punk and goth music. For Rodrigo, it represents her first formal partnership and a willingness to experiment beyond her established songwriting formula. For Smith, it offers a chance to engage with a younger demographic and to showcase his songwriting versatility. Industry observers note that such cross‑genre collaborations can broaden streaming audiences and create new marketing narratives.
Musically, "what's wrong with me" blends Rodrigo’s signature confessional pop with Smith’s atmospheric guitar textures. The production, handled by Dan Nigro, incorporates layered synths and a subtle post‑punk edge that complements the lyrical vulnerability. The track’s arrangement allows both vocalists to share the spotlight, with Smith’s baritone harmonizing against Rodrigo’s higher register.
With the album’s release set for June 12, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love will be available on all major streaming platforms and in physical formats. The inclusion of Robert Smith on "what's wrong with me" adds a historic dimension to Rodrigo’s catalog and underscores her continued evolution as an artist. The track will be among the first songs from the album to be streamed and reviewed, and its performance will be monitored by chart trackers and industry analysts.