Lizzo has returned with the surprise release of her latest mixtape, MY FACE STILL HURTS FROM SMILING. This fresh project amplifies her signature themes of self-love, joy, and creative expression, and marks Lizzo’s second major release in less than three months.
Lizzo’s Artistic Momentum
With the release of MY FACE STILL HURTS FROM SMILING, Lizzo continues a prolific musical streak that began earlier this summer through releases such as “Still Bad” and “Love in Real Life.” While fans may know her through her 2019 hits “Truth Hurts” and “Good as Hell,” Lizzo’s new projects are only amplifying her impact as the most influential female rappers in the music scene.
The mixtape features Lizzo’s bold vocals, stadium-size hooks, and her iconic, infectious confidence. Standout tracks from MY FACE STILL HURTS FROM SMILING include “BOP IT!” which showcases her fearless songwriting and undeniable charisma, and “STFU (FEAT LIL JON),” a high-powered collaboration with Atlanta’s own Lil Jon. The track is also accompanied by a visually stunning music video, directed by Rafatoon and produced by Dreambear, which promises to immerse viewers in a surreal, technicolor world built around Lizzo’s vibrant artistry.
Blockbuster Success
The momentum behind Lizzo’s summer release, “MY FACE HURTS FROM SMILING,” is palpable, having already racked up more than 32 million streams in the United States alone. Tracks like “IRL” (featuring SZA), “YITTY ON YO TITTYS,” and “STILL CAN’T FUH” (featuring Doja Cat) have powered the mixtape’s success. Resonating with fans and critics alike, Rolling Stone praised Lizzo as:
rested, restored, and ready to rumble,” – Rolling Stone.
While Billboard celebrated her return with:
Lizzo is back in rare form, delivering swaggering bars and vivacious energy.” – Billboard.
Lizzo’s Cultural Impact
Lizzo’s multifaceted career continues to break boundaries. With four GRAMMY® Awards, an Emmy, and chart-topping singles like “Truth Hurts” and “About Damn Time,” her influence spans music, television, and film. In 2023, she made history as the first Black woman since 1994 to win ‘Record of the Year’ at the GRAMMY® Awards for “About Damn Time.” The song’s seven-week reign atop the Hot 100 cemented her as the longest-standing solo female rap artist at #1.
Lizzo’s enthusiastic stage presence has filled global arenas and led to blockbuster appearances in films like UglyDolls (2019) and Hustlers (2019), along with a starring role and executive producer credit on the Emmy-winning reality series Watch Out For the Big Grrrls (2022). Her inclusive Yitty shapewear line, partnerships, and headline HBO concert special further showcase her widespread impact.
Looking Ahead
With MY FACE STILL HURTS FROM SMILING, Lizzo proves she’s nowhere near slowing down, promising fans even more new music to come. Later this year, she is set to release her fifth studio LP, Love In Real Life, inviting everyone to keep smiling just a little longer.
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