Green Day Alters Coachella Setlist to Include Pro-Palestinian and Anti-Trump Lyrics
Billie Joe Armstrong modified iconic tracks to criticize Israel and conservative politics, drawing both praise and condemnation.
- During their Coachella 2025 performance, Green Day changed lyrics in 'Jesus of Suburbia' to highlight Palestinian suffering, referencing 'kids from Palestine.'
- The band also altered 'American Idiot,' replacing 'redneck agenda' with 'MAGA agenda,' continuing their critique of Donald Trump and conservative ideologies.
- These changes are part of Green Day's long history of politically charged performances, which have previously targeted figures like George W. Bush and JD Vance.
- The performance has sparked polarized reactions, with some viewing it as a bold stand for social justice and others criticizing it as partisan activism.
- Green Day’s set at the high-profile festival underscores the intersection of music and activism in contemporary artistic expression.