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Charli XCX Stuns Coachella with Star-Studded Performance Signaling End of 'Brat' Era

The pop icon delivered a high-energy set featuring Lorde, Billie Eilish, and Troye Sivan, marking a pivotal moment in her artistic evolution.

Charli xcx receives the award for Artist Of The Year during the BRIT Awards at the O2 Arena in London, Britain, March 1, 2025. REUTERS/Isabel Infantes/File Photo
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Overview

  • Charli XCX headlined Coachella with a dynamic performance that included surprise appearances by Lorde, Billie Eilish, and Troye Sivan.
  • She and Lorde performed 'Girl, So Confusing,' a song addressing their complex friendship, which was later reconciled with a collaborative remix.
  • The setlist celebrated her 'brat summer' cultural movement while hinting at a new artistic direction as she transitions beyond the 'Brat' era.
  • Her stage presence and reflective messaging underscored her evolution as a multifaceted pop artist, blending confidence with introspection.
  • Charli continues to tour her 'Brat' album and expand her career into film, signaling broader ambitions in her creative journey.