The appearance took place at Pete's Candy Store in Williamsburg. Olivia Rodrigo at Resonator Awards presented by We Are Moving The Needle on Jan. 27, 2026, in Los Angeles. Christopher Polk/Billboard Trending on Billboard Olivia Rodrigo gave a small Brooklyn crowd a major surprise Sunday night (April 26), popping up unannounced at a New York City open mic to perform her new single “ Drop Dead .” Explore See latest videos, charts and news The appearance took place at Pete’s Candy Store in Williamsburg, a low-key venue better known for showcasing emerging artists than hosting one of pop’s biggest stars. Rodrigo’s stripped-back performance quickly spread online, with attendees sharing clips and reactions after realizing who had just taken the stage. The moment comes as Rodrigo builds momentum toward her third studio album, You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love , due June 12 via Geffen.…