Industry Apr 20, 2026

Olivia Rodrigo References The Cure's Robert Smith in New Song

Lyrical reference follows Rodrigo and Smith’s Glastonbury collab last year

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Olivia Rodrigo References The Cure's Robert Smith in New Song

Olivia Rodrigo's new single "Drop Dead" includes a lyrical reference to The Cure's Robert Smith. The line, "You know all the words to Just Like Heaven, and I know why he wrote them now," directly engages with Smith's iconic song.

This lyrical connection follows a recent collaboration between Rodrigo and Smith at Glastonbury festival the previous year, indicating a continued artistic dialogue between the two musicians. Originally reported by MusicRadar.