What's Wrong with Me

Olivia Rodrigo and Robert Smith joined forces for "What's Wrong with Me," the tenth track on Rodrigo's third studio album You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love. Released June 12, 2026 through Geffen Records, the song merges Rodrigo's confessional pop style with Smith's alternative rock heritage. The track explores the psychological shift from self-blame to recognizing an external source of unhappiness within a relationship. A pivotal moment occurs when the narrator questions whether the problem lies within herself or her partner, specifically highlighted by the line "What if this isn't what I want".

Rodrigo premiered the song live at Primavera Sound on June 6, 2026, where Smith joined her onstage for the second verse. Critics described the performance as a symbolic handoff between generations of rock and pop, noting how Smith's baritone and instrumental contributions added a layer of weary wisdom to the production. The musical arrangement combines upbeat rhythmic elements with inward-spiraling lyrical themes, marking a stylistic pivot for Rodrigo toward more complex, genre-blending compositions.

The collaboration marks Rodrigo's first-ever official feature, blending her confessional pop style with Smith's gothic roots to create a distinct baroque pop and synth-pop soundscape. Production was handled entirely by Dan Nigro, who maintains his signature role as Rodrigo's primary producer. Reviews highlighted the seamless integration of Rodrigo's pop sensibilities with Smith's iconic sound, elevating the song beyond Rodrigo's earlier stripped-down ballads. [edit]