Olivia Rodrigo and The Cure’s Robert Smith Perform ‘What’s Wrong With Me’ at Primavera Sound

During her surprise appearance at Primavera Sound 2026, Olivia Rodrigo treated fans to a debut performance of “What’s Wrong With Me,” a haunting new collaboration featuring The Cure’s iconic frontman, Robert Smith. The song is a centerpiece of her highly anticipated sophomore album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, slated for release on June 19.

The emotional performance at Barcelona’s Parc del Forum was a career milestone for Rodrigo. Introducing the track to the massive crowd, she struggled to contain her excitement. “I am absolutely over the moon,” she confessed. Following a heartfelt embrace with Smith after their set, an overwhelmed Rodrigo admitted, “I feel like I’m going to cry. It’s hard to believe this actually happened in the real world.”

Lyrically, the song leans into the vulnerability that defines the album’s narrative. Rodrigo delivers raw, introspective verses: “I’m not feeling like myself, and nothing ever seems to help,” she sings. “Went to the doctor and she said I was fine / But every movie that I’ve seen makes me cry.” The track’s bridge sees Smith providing a melancholic counterpoint, musing on the paralyzing uncertainty of love with the line: “Head just keeps on pounding with the simple thought: ‘What if this isn’t what I want?’”

This appearance marks the latest chapter in a burgeoning creative partnership. The duo previously made headlines at Glastonbury with their powerful renditions of The Cure’s classics, “Friday I’m In Love” and “Just Like Heaven.” Rodrigo’s deep appreciation for Smith remains a core thread in her new work, with references to his discography appearing throughout the upcoming record.

Beyond this exclusive duet, Rodrigo’s surprise set rounded out a triumphant night for the festival, which overcame severe weather disruptions earlier in the week. As she prepares to embark on her global “Unraveled Tour” this September, the raw chemistry displayed between Rodrigo and Smith suggests that her upcoming project will be her most ambitious and collaborative effort yet.