Rihanna has released her new song 'Friend of Mine' for the upcoming Smurfs movie

Rihanna has released new track 'Friend Of Mine' from the upcoming Smurfs movie soundtrack, in which she also stars as the voice of Smurfette.

The song marks the second release from the film's soundtrack, following 'Higher Love' by DESI TRILL featuring DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania and Subhi. The full soundtrack, which will also feature a new song from Tyla, is set for release on 13th June via Roc Nation Distribution.

The animated film follows Smurfette, voiced by Rihanna, as she leads the Smurfs on a mission to the real world to save Papa Smurf after he is captured by evil wizards Razamel and Gargamel. The movie features an extensive voice cast including James Corden, Nick Offerman, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, Marshmello, Kurt Russell and John Goodman.

The film, directed by Chris Miller and written by Pam Brady, is produced by Jay Brown, Ty Ty Smith, Robyn Rihanna Fenty, and Ryan Harris. It will arrive in theatres on 18th July.