Olivia Rodrigo Confesses to Dream Collaboration with Robert Smith
JAKARTA - Deep emotions and disbelief are clearly reflected in the letter written directly by Olivia Rodrigo to her idol, Robert Smith.
The handwritten letter, which was distributed exclusively to his fans via an email subscription service, was a space for Rodrigo to pour out his admiration as a music lover, far beyond his status as a global pop star.
For the 23-year-old singer, keeping the project of her collaboration with Smith, "What's Wrong With Me", a secret, is a sweet burden that she can't bear alone.
In his letter, Rodrigo emphasized how important this moment was because the frontman of The Cure was the first musician he invited to collaborate to enter the discography of his studio album.
"I'm so excited to tell you about this song and it's been so hard to keep it a secret," Rodrigo wrote in his letter, quoted by Billboard, Wednesday, June 10.
"This is the first collaboration I've ever done on an album, and I really can't believe I'm able to do it with Robert Smith," he continued.
More than just a professional collaboration, the letter also reveals the personal dimension of Rodrigo's relationship with The Cure's works. He uses powerful metaphors to describe how Robert Smith's music has shaped his emotional landscape since childhood.
"Please pinch me!!! Robert has been the voice of my life since I can remember. He wrote some of my favorite songs of all time. His music moves and inspires me to a level that is hard to express in words," he said.
Not only admiring Robert Smith's artwork, Rodrigo also used the letter to praise the original personality of the legend behind the stage. Based on his confession, the intense interaction that has been established for the past year has provided a new perspective.
"I was also lucky enough to spend time with him over the past year, and feel the generosity and kindness of his heart. I still can't believe this song really exists and I can't wait for this song to be officially released," he concluded.