My Face Hurts from Smiling


My Face Hurts from Smiling is the third mixtape by American rapper and singer Lizzo released by Nice Life and Atlantic Records on June 27, 2025. The mixtape features guest appearances from fellow American singer SZA and rapper Doja Cat. It marked her first mixtape to be released commercially under a label and followed her fourth studio album, [Special (Lizzo album)|Special]. My Face Hurts from Smiling was re-released on September 5, 2025, as My Face Still Hurts from Smiling, with 9 additional tracks that includes guest appearances from Lil Jon and Tierra Whack.

Background

In February 2025, Lizzo began teasing a new album and accompanying singles by bidding goodbye to her previous album, Special. Additionally, the artist held a Twitch stream on Valentine's Day that same month teasing new music.
On June 24, 2025, Lizzo announced her mixtape, titled My Face Hurts from Smiling set to arrive on June 27. It marked her first solo project since her fourth studio album, Special. She shared the official artwork, which features Lizzo smiling with middle fingers, that are covered by smiley faces, jean shorts, and a white shirt with smiley faces on Lizzo's breasts. She shared the mixtape's tracklist of 13 tracks, including collaborations with SZA and Doja Cat.

Critical reception

In a mixed review, Robin Murray of Clash, wrote that although My Face Hurts from Smiling is "impactful" it "doesn’t stick around. A mixtape that lacks a degree of depth", pointing that "an artist who can’t quite connect with the audience she built. It’s reminiscent of Lizzo’s early work, undeniably talented, you’re left wondering if those who fell for her flute-twerking cavalcade will succumb to this".

Track listing

Sample credits

Personnel

Credits adapted from Tidal.