Rihanna has released "Friend of Mine," a new song featured on the soundtrack for the upcoming movie *Smurfs*, where she voices Smurfette. The track was released on May 16, 2025, marking Rihanna's return to music.
The *Smurfs* movie is scheduled to be released on July 18, 2025, by Paramount Pictures. The film features an all-star voice cast, including Nick Offerman, Natasha Lyonne, James Corden, and John Goodman. The plot revolves around Smurfette leading the Smurfs on a mission to save Papa Smurf from the evil wizards Gargamel and Razamel.
The soundtrack, which includes "Friend of Mine," will be officially released on June 13th via Roc Nation Distribution. "Friend of Mine" is the second song released from the soundtrack, following "Higher Love" by DESI TRILL featuring DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania, and Subhi.