Olivia Rodrigo Announces First Single From New Album

The pop star's third album 'you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love' is set for June release.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 11:39pm

An abstract composition of sharp, angular shapes in vibrant shades of pink, conceptually representing the emotional themes and pop aesthetic of Olivia Rodrigo's upcoming album.Olivia Rodrigo's new album promises a bold, introspective exploration of love and heartbreak through her signature pop sound.Hoboken Today

Olivia Rodrigo has announced the release of the first single, titled 'drop dead', from her upcoming third studio album 'you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love'. The single will be available for pre-save and pre-order starting April 17, with the full album scheduled for release on June 12. Rodrigo has been teasing the new project by posting photos of pink padlocks with her initials on them in various cities, hinting at potential tour locations.

Why it matters

Rodrigo's previous two albums, 'Sour' and 'Drivers License', were both major commercial and critical successes, establishing her as one of the biggest pop stars of the current generation. Fans are eagerly anticipating her next musical chapter, which is expected to further cement her status as a leading voice in contemporary pop music.

The details

The first single 'drop dead' will be released on April 17, with the full album 'you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love' scheduled to arrive on June 12. Rodrigo has been teasing the new project on social media, posting photos of pink padlocks with her initials affixed to various landmarks in cities like Paris, London, Los Angeles, and Hoboken, New Jersey, hinting at potential tour locations. Fans can also create their own personalized album covers using Rodrigo's online generator, where they can replace words like 'sad', 'girl', and 'in love' with their own.

  • The first single 'drop dead' will be released on April 17, 2026.
  • The full album 'you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love' is scheduled for release on June 12, 2026.

The players

Olivia Rodrigo

A 23-year-old pop singer-songwriter who has achieved massive commercial success with her previous two albums 'Sour' and 'Drivers License'.

Geffen Records

The record label that is releasing Olivia Rodrigo's new album.

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The takeaway

Olivia Rodrigo's highly anticipated third album is set to continue her meteoric rise as one of the defining pop stars of the 2020s, with fans eagerly awaiting the release of the first single 'drop dead' and the full album 'you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love'.