Lizzo is claiming the summer — and she’s doing it on her own terms.
The Grammy-winning powerhouse just dropped her brand-new mixtape, boldly titled “My Face Still Hurts From Smiling” — and she says it’s a tribute to the city that made her: Houston.
From deep beats to playful bars and unapologetic self-love, the tape is pure Lizzo — and she’s not done yet. In fact, she’s calling on some legends to take things even higher.
???? Inspired by Houston… and Lil Wayne
TMZ caught up with Lizzo in Los Angeles on Friday, just hours after the project dropped, and she was still glowing.
“It’s a Lizzo-Wayne summer,” she said with a smile.
That’s because much of the tape is inspired by Lil Wayne, and when asked which track she’d want Tunechi to jump on for a remix, she didn’t hesitate.
“Bend It Over” is the one, she says — a fiery, confident anthem that screams for a Weezy verse.
???? Missy Elliott Can Have Any Song She Wants
Another name Lizzo can’t stop talking about? Missy Elliott.
Calling her a major inspiration, Lizzo is giving Missy full creative control:
“She can hop on any track she wants. It’s all hers,” Lizzo told TMZ.
Honestly, the thought of Missy and Lizzo on the same song has us already pre-saving the remix.
???? “In My Glow-Up Era”
This mixtape drop isn’t just about the music — it’s a full-on glow-up era for Lizzo.
Earlier this month, she opened up about her recent weight loss, telling fans that her new lifestyle has elevated her confidence, health, and mental clarity.
“I feel strong. I feel sexy. I feel limitless,” she said in a recent interview.
Between the body positivity, new music, and dream collaborations, it’s clear Lizzo is reclaiming her narrative and rewriting what it means to thrive in the spotlight.
???? What’s On the Tape?
Here’s a sneak peek at a few standout tracks from My Face Still Hurts From Smiling:
- “Bend It Over” – A twerk-worthy anthem begging for a Lil Wayne feature
- “Mood Swings & Moonwalks” – A vibey, bass-heavy jam
- “H-Town Forever” – A lyrical love letter to Houston
- “Juicy Karma” – Serving vocals, self-love, and revenge energy
- “Glow Up Season” – Basically Lizzo’s new life motto
The mixtape is available now across all streaming platforms.
????️ Twitter’s Already Obsessed
The drop sent #LizzoWayneSummer trending on X (formerly Twitter), and fans are ready for the collabs:
- “Lizzo x Missy Elliott? That would shake the earth.”
- “Bend It Over is already fire. A Wayne verse would be UNFAIR.”
- “Lizzo is in her bag this summer and I love to see it.”
- “She’s giving body, bars, and bops. What else do y’all want?”
???? So… Who Should Lizzo Collaborate With Next?
Missy and Wayne are dream features — but who else would kill it on a Lizzo track?
Drop your fantasy collabs in the comments and stream My Face Still Hurts From Smiling now.
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