Olivia Rodrigo Releases New Single “drop dead” — Listen
The synth- and indie-pop anthem marks the first preview from her highly anticipated third studio album, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love.
Courtesy of Geffen Records and Interscope Records.
Courtesy of Geffen Records and Interscope Records.
Fresh off her album announcement, Olivia Rodrigo ushers in a new era with the release of the record’s lead single, “drop dead.”
News of the forthcoming track was shared via the pop superstar’s social media posts, wherein she revealed its release date of April 17, 2026, alongside its official cover artwork. The cover showcases Rodrigo chewing bubble gum while looking off camera, though her blouse features embroidery naming the single’s title “drop dead.”
“drop dead” serves as the first glimpse of the Filipina-American pop star’s third album, titled you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love. The album is scheduled to be released on June 12, 2026, coinciding with the Philippines’ Independence Day. It is also set to mark Rodrigo’s third studio album, and will feature production and songwriting from her constant collaborator, Dan Nigro, following her previous two records, GUTS and SOUR.
Together with the announcement of “drop dead” on digital and streaming platforms, Rodrigo also shared that the single will be released on several limited edition physical formats — including a 7″ ‘chewing gum pink’ colored vinyl, jewel case CD, and hot pink cassette. Pre-orders are now open via her official webstore here.
Listen to “drop dead” below:
Frequently Asked Questions
Olivia Rodrigo will release “drop dead” on April 17, 2026, the lead single from her upcoming third studio album.
“drop dead” is the first preview from Olivia Rodrigo’s third studio album, “you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love.”
Olivia Rodrigo’s third studio album releases on June 12, 2026, coinciding with the Philippines’ Independence Day.
Dan Nigro, Olivia Rodrigo’s longtime collaborator, produced and co-wrote “drop dead,” continuing his work from her albums “GUTS” and “SOUR.”
“drop dead” will be released on limited physical formats, including a chewing-gum-pink 7″ vinyl, a jewel case CD, and a hot pink cassette.