An Unforgettable Return to Coachella

Lady Gaga electrified the crowd as the Friday headliner of the 2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, marking her triumphant return since her iconic debut in 2017, when she famously stepped in for a pregnant Beyoncé. Fans were eager to witness her dazzling performance at the famed festival.

A Spectacular Thematic Journey

Titled 'The Art of Personal Chaos,' Gaga's set was a breathtaking journey divided into four thematic acts—'Of Velvet and Vice,' 'And She Fell Into a Gothic Dream,' 'The Beautiful Nightmare That Knows Her Name,' and 'To Wake Her Is To Lose Her.' The night began with a dramatic entrance, where she emerged in an enormous, multi-tiered gown, captivating the audience with an acapella version of 'Bloody Mary' from her hit album 'Born This Way.'

A Night of Surprises and Iconic Moments

The energy soared as Gaga pivoted into her recent single 'Abracadabra,' unleashing a troupe of dancers from her extravagant costume. She even showcased her skills on the guitar for 'Garden of Eden,' igniting a thrilling dance battle to Gesaffelstein’s remix of 'Abracadabra,' now available on streaming platforms.

Gaga didn’t stop there—later, she brought out the electronic music maestro Gesaffelstein to join her for 'Killah.' A highlight of the night was her captivating dance with a life-sized skeleton for 'Zombieboy,' marking its live debut. The set even paid homage to Gaga's illustrious past with nods to memorable outfits, like the iconic white Alexander McQueen dress from the 2009 MTV VMAs and her formidable leg brace armor from the 'Paparazzi' music video.

An Exclusive Setlist and Showstopping Finale

Gaga's setlist predominantly featured tracks from her latest album and fan favorites spanning from 'The Fame' to 'Born This Way,' deliberately omitting songs from 'Artpop,' 'Joanne,' and 'Chromatica.' She concluded the night with a spectacular trio of hits: 'Vanish Into You,' 'Shallow' from 'A Star Is Born,' and the classic 'Bad Romance.'

2025: A Stellar Year for the Pop Icon

This year has been monumental for Lady Gaga. She kicked off 2025 with a Grammy win alongside Bruno Mars for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for their collaboration 'Die With a Smile'. Following her Grammy success, she dazzled at the Super Bowl with her original song 'Hold My Hand' from 'Top Gun: Maverick,' and later took the stage on Saturday Night Live, treating fans to her latest tour announcement.