Rihanna returns with 'Friend Of Mine' - taken from the new Smurfs movie soundtrack!

When it comes to musical comebacks, Rihanna might just be the queen of suspense. Fans have been anticipating R9 for years, hanging onto every rumour, snippet, and interview for a hint at what’s coming next. Her focus in recent years, though, has been on family and building her billion-dollar beauty empire. While fans respect the journey, the hunger for new music has only grown.

So when 'Friend of Mine' dropped - despite being tied to an animated Smurfs movie - Rihanna stans didn’t hesitate to embrace it. Yes, it’s not quite the edgy, genre-bending material we might expect from R9, but it’s a brand-new Rihanna track in 2025, and that alone is headline-worthy. The song carries a playful, upbeat energy - perfectly suited to its soundtrack placement. It’s lighthearted, melodic, and catchy, showcasing a softer, more maternal side of RiRi that aligns with her current chapter in life.

It’s also a bit of a full-circle moment: she voiced a character in the first Smurfs film, so her return to the franchise feels meaningful, not just strategic.

Check out the track below, and let us know your thought.