Gracie Abrams has publicly expressed her admiration for Olivia Rodrigo's latest musical collaboration, following Rodrigo's surprise performance at Primavera Sound in Barcelona. The 'That's So True' singer took to her Instagram Story to share a clip of Rodrigo performing 'what's wrong with me' alongside Robert Smith, the iconic frontman of The Cure. This performance marked the live debut of the duet and quickly became one of the festival's most talked-about moments.
Rodrigo's Emotional Introduction
During the performance, Rodrigo introduced the song as her 'first collaboration,' telling the enthusiastic crowd that she was thrilled the track existed 'with the person that it exists with.' The duet is set to appear on her upcoming third album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, which is scheduled for release on June 12.
Growing Connection Between Rodrigo and Smith
The collaboration builds on the growing connection between Rodrigo and Smith. The two artists previously performed together at Glastonbury in 2025, and Smith later revealed in an interview with Vogue that they had spent time working together in the studio. This new duet showcases an unexpected blend of Rodrigo's pop style and Smith's signature gothic-rock influence.
Abrams' Support and Friendship
Abrams' reaction highlights the strong friendship between the two young pop stars. Abrams opened for Rodrigo on the Sour Tour in 2022, and both artists have repeatedly praised each other's songwriting and artistry in interviews. Fans online celebrated Abrams' Instagram post, seeing it as another sign of solidarity among today's leading female artists.
Anticipation for New Album
The clip also fueled anticipation for Rodrigo's new album, with many praising the unexpected musical collaboration. With 'what's wrong with me' now circulating across social media, excitement around Rodrigo's next era continues to grow. The performance at Primavera Sound has further cemented Rodrigo's status as a versatile artist willing to explore new musical territories.
