Green Day and Charli XCX Engage in Lighthearted Feud During Coachella Headlining Sets
Billie Joe Armstrong Playfully Trolls Charli XCX at Coachella 2025 in a Must-See Music Feud
The 2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival delivered unforgettable moments, but none quite as buzzworthy as the lighthearted feud between punk rock legends Green Day and pop sensation Charli XCX. The playful back-and-forth became one of the festival’s biggest talking points, blending music, humor, and a touch of friendly rivalry.
Charli XCX’s Cheeky Jab at Green Day
During Coachella’s first weekend, Charli XCX turned heads at an afterparty by wearing a sash that read, “Miss Should Be Headliner.” Many fans interpreted this as a playful dig at Green Day, who had just headlined the main stage before her set. Social media erupted with reactions, with some praising Charli’s boldness while others defended Green Day’s legendary status.
Billie Joe Armstrong’s Perfect Clapback
Not one to let a joke slide, Green Day’s frontman Billie Joe Armstrong responded in the best way possible. During the band’s Weekend 2 closing set, he stepped onstage wearing a bright neon green hat with the word “Brat”—a direct reference to Charli’s 2024 album. The move was an instant hit, with fans cheering the clever callback.
Drummer Tré Cool also joined the fun, posing backstage with a handmade sash that declared, “Actual Headliner.” The playful jab didn’t go unnoticed—Charli XCX later tweeted “obsessed” in response, confirming the feud was all in good fun.
Fan Reactions & Online Debate
While the exchange was clearly light-hearted, some Green Day fans took Charli’s initial comment more seriously, flooding social media with support for the punk icons. Many praised the band for using their platform to make political statements rather than engaging in pop drama.
During both weekends, Armstrong made headlines for altering lyrics in “Jesus of Suburbia”—first to reference the Israel-Gaza conflict and later to mock Vice President J.D. Vance. Fans applauded the band for blending activism with entertainment, proving why they remain one of rock’s most influential acts.
A Coachella Moment for the Books
What started as a playful diss turned into one of Coachella 2025’s most memorable moments. Both artists proved they know how to command attention, whether through music, humor, or a mix of both.
As fans continue to debate who truly “won” the feud, one thing is clear: Green Day and Charli XCX gave festival-goers and online audiences something to talk about long after the desert dust settled.
