Rihanna made a stunning appearance on the blue carpet during the Smurfs movie premiere in Brussels, Belgium, on June 28. However, her affinity for the color blue extends beyond just this event, showcasing her evolving style and personality.
In a recent TikTok clip shared by U.K. radio network Capital, the multi-talented superstar revealed her all-time favorite karaoke song. To the delight of fans, Rihanna disclosed that she loves belting out “Burning Blue” by Mariah the Scientist, a choice that speaks volumes about her musical influences and preferences.
“Burning Blue” was released on May 2 through Buckles Laboratories and Epic Records and serves as the lead single from Mariah the Scientist’s highly anticipated fourth studio album. The song achieved remarkable success, peaking at No. 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it her highest-charting entry across all genres. Recently, it was also recognized on Billboard’s list of the 50 best songs of 2025 so far, further solidifying its popularity and impact in the music industry.
Rihanna, who has taken on the dual role of producer and voice actor for Smurfette in the upcoming live-action animated musical film Smurfs, also contributed a delightful song titled “Friend of Mine” to the film’s soundtrack. Jon Bellion, the co-producer of the track, shared insights with Billboard about its creation, explaining that it emerged during one of his writing camps at his vacation home in the Hamptons last summer. He expressed the challenge of capturing a feel-good, family-friendly vibe infused with deep ’90s nostalgia, stating, “So when do you nail the feel-good, family-friendly, high-taste, deep ‘90s nostalgia, that can also be played into the kids movie? Shoot it out into the world!”
The Smurfs Movie Soundtrack features an impressive lineup of artists, including Tyla, Cardi B, DJ Khaled, Natania, Shenseea, and many others, who have also contributed original tracks to the film. Fans can look forward to seeing Smurfs hit theaters in the U.S. on July 18, promising a musical experience that appeals to audiences of all ages.
With the color blue becoming a topic of much speculation, many are curious whether Rihanna and A$AP Rocky might be expecting another baby boy. During a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight on the carpet, Rocky hinted at possible gifts for their sons RZA and Riot Rose’s next sibling. Rihanna, on the other hand, playfully teased, “Let’s see if it’s a Smurfette!” adding a touch of humor with, “Could be a Papa Smurf, who knows?” This light-hearted banter has left fans eagerly anticipating their next family chapter.
