Rolling Stones Unveil “Divine Intervention” Featuring Robert Smith

The Rolling Stones have released the single “Divine Intervention,” which includes Robert Smith of The Cure on guitar. The track appears on the band’s forthcoming album *Foreign Tongues*, slated for release on July 10. The song is one of two album cuts that feature Smith; the other is “Jealous Lover,” accompanied by an Amazon-exclusive video starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Charles Melton. Additional contributions on the album include Steve Winwood on piano and organ and Chad Smith on drums.

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*Foreign Tongues* follows the 2023 release *Hackney Diamonds* and continues the Stones’ pattern of high-profile collaborations. Earlier in 2024, Robert Smith earned his first Hot 100 entry as a solo artist through an Olivia Rodrigo duet titled “what’s wrong with me.” The new single arrives alongside the launch of the Stones’ six-episode podcast “Speaking In Tongues,” narrated by Norah Jones and featuring interviews with Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, and producer Andrew Watt.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• Mick Jagger – lead vocalist, primary spokesperson for the collaboration.

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• Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood – guitarists and core band members.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• Robert Smith – guitarist on “Divine Intervention.”

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• Steve Winwood – piano and organ on the track.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• Chad Smith – drummer on the album.

Hear The Cure’s Robert Smith play on new Rolling Stones song ‘Divine Intervention’ – 105.7 The Point

• Nathaniel Mary Quinn – cover-art artist for *Foreign Tongues*.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• Norah Jones – narrator of the “Speaking In Tongues” podcast.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• Album release date: July 10, 2024.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• Number of tracks featuring Robert Smith: two (“Divine Intervention” and “Jealous Lover”).

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• Guest musicians: Steve Winwood (piano/organ), Chad Smith (drums).

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• Vinyl editions: Marvel, FIFA, and NASCAR themed releases announced.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• Podcast: six episodes, each with contributions from the band and collaborators.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

During a press event, Mick Jagger described the spontaneous recruitment of Smith, noting that the guitarist was approached in the studio and invited to “do something” on the new record. The band’s podcast series, “Speaking In Tongues,” will further detail the album’s creation, with Jagger, Richards, Wood, and other contributors providing commentary. The Stones have also highlighted the visual component of “Jealous Lover” through its Amazon-exclusive video.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

A Pitchfork writer reported that, after multiple listens, Smith’s presence on “Divine Intervention” was not audible, suggesting that his contribution may be limited to guitar work rather than vocal performance. The writer’s observation raises questions about the prominence of Smith’s role despite promotional emphasis on the collaboration.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

Sources differ on the extent of Smith’s involvement: one account states he appears on two tracks, while another clarifies that he played guitar but did not sing on “Divine Intervention.” No source confirms vocal participation, leaving the exact nature of his contribution unresolved.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• “There’s this bloke standing there with his back to me with this long gown on,” — Mick Jagger, Rolling Stones frontman

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• “And when he turned around, he was covered in lipstick. And I said—I'd never met him before—‘You're Robert Smith of the Cure!’ He said, ‘Yeah!’ And I said, ‘Well, while you’re here then, you better go and do something.’” — Mick Jagger

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• “And when he turned around, he was covered in lipstick. And I said—I'd never met him before—‘You're Robert Smith of the Cure!’ He said, ‘Yeah!’ And I said, ‘Well, while you’re here then, you better go and do something.’” — Mick Jagger

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• “Divine Intervention" is one of two tracks on the album that feature Robert Smith.” — Stereogum

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith

• “(Capitol Records) The Rolling Stones have premiered a new song called “Divine Intervention,” which features The Cure frontman Robert Smith.” — 1057thepoint

Hear The Cure’s Robert Smith play on new Rolling Stones song ‘Divine Intervention’ – 105.7 The Point

*Foreign Tongues* will be available on July 10, accompanied by the full “Speaking In Tongues” podcast series. The band plans to release additional visual content for “Jealous Lover” and to market the Marvel, FIFA, and NASCAR vinyl editions. Continued promotion is expected to emphasize the collaborative nature of the album and its cross-generational appeal.

The Rolling Stones Share New Song With The Cure’s Robert Smith