Pop star Olivia Rodrigo shared an emotional moment involving her father, Chris, and Robert Smith, the lead singer of The Cure. During her recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, she disclosed how her father teared up upon meeting Smith for the first time.
Olivia Rodrigo’s Dad Meets Robert Smith
Rodrigo described her father as a “diehard super fan” of The Cure. He has attended 30 performances by the band, highlighting his dedication to their music. During a moment at Primavera Sound, held in Barcelona, he had the chance to converse with Smith backstage.
“I’ve never seen my dad so emotional,” Rodrigo mentioned. Despite her father’s tough demeanor, tears welled in his eyes when he met Smith. She humorously noted that his phone’s screensaver is a selfie of the two.
Special Surprise Performance
At Primavera Sound, Rodrigo surprised fans with a performance during which she was joined by Smith. The pair debuted their collaboration, “What’s Wrong With Me.” This song will feature on Rodrigo’s upcoming third studio album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, set to be released on June 12.
In her heartfelt letter to fans, Rodrigo expressed the profound impact Smith’s music has had on her life. “Robert has been soundtracking my life for as long as I can remember,” she wrote, acknowledging the influence of The Cure’s music on her own artistic journey.
New Album and Singles
Rodrigo’s fandom of The Cure is evident in her latest music. The lead single “Drop Dead” from her upcoming album references the classic hit “Just Like Heaven.” Additionally, her follow-up single is aptly named “The Cure.” Both songs demonstrate her continued admiration for the band.
Choosing Her Singles
- Rodrigo shared insights about selecting singles for her album.
- During Thanksgiving with family, they held a ballot to choose the favorite tracks.
- “The Cure” emerged as the winner among her relatives.
After her Kimmel interview, Rodrigo expressed her excitement for the album’s release. Now that she is of legal drinking age, she plans to celebrate her newest project with enthusiasm. “Sour, I was 17 when it came out. Guts, I was 20. Now I’m 23, so I’m going to get really drunk,” she said, looking forward to marking this significant moment in her career.
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