Lizzo and SZA seated together at an awards show in glamorous outfits, smiling at the camera.
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Lizzo Drops Bold New Mixtape ‘My Face Hurts From Smiling’ Featuring Doja Cat & SZA

Phyllis Coley @phyllis_coley
Lizzo and SZA seated together at an awards show in glamorous outfits, smiling at the camera.
Lizzo and SZA—two queens, one slow-burn collab. “IRL” is already building anticipation among fans.

LOS ANGELES, CA — Grammy-winning artist Lizzo is back in the spotlight with a bold new project titled My Face Hurts From Smiling, a mixtape set to drop this Friday, June 27. The release features powerhouse collaborations with fellow chart-toppers Doja Cat and SZA, signaling a confident return for the genre-defying star.

The project is Lizzo’s first major release since her 2022 hit album Special, which included the Grammy-winning anthem “About Damn Time.” With this mixtape, she leans harder into her rap roots and unfiltered persona, delivering a mix of club bangers, bold freestyles, and vulnerable slow burns.

A Message for the Haters?

Promotional image showing Lizzo in white tank top and denim shorts, smiling with joy.
Lizzo teases her new mixtape, My Face Hurts From Smiling, with this bold, cheeky post that instantly went viral.

Lizzo teased the mixtape on social media with a now-viral photo of her flashing two middle fingers covered by smiley-face emojis. It was a cheeky, unmistakable statement: she’s smiling, but on her terms. The title, My Face Hurts From Smiling, plays on this duality—joy, defiance, and perhaps a little sarcasm.

Star Power & Viral Potential

Two tracks are already generating major buzz. “Still Can’t Fuh” (feat. Doja Cat) promises viral bars and big energy, while “IRL” (feat. SZA) takes a more sultry, introspective approach. The mixtape also includes titles like “Crashout,” “Yitty On Yo Tittys (Freestyle),” and “Gothboi Bitch,” showcasing Lizzo’s range from humorous to hard-hitting.

With each collaborator commanding their own lane—Doja’s genre-blending bravado and SZA’s emotional depth—this project brings unique crossover appeal.

A Return to Her Rawest Self

The official My Face Hurts From Smiling tracklist features 13 songs, including collabs with Doja Cat and SZA.

My Face Hurts From Smiling isn’t just about tracks—it’s about tone. It channels the playful, punchy energy that made fans fall in love with Lizzo early in her career. From fierce freestyles to melodic surprises, the mixtape positions her as an artist back in control, unfiltered, and unapologetic.

Whether you’re here for the self-love anthems, the rap flows, or the sheer personality Lizzo brings to every beat, this mixtape has something for everyone.

Mark your playlists: My Face Hurts From Smiling drops everywhere this Friday, June 27.