Lady Gaga made her triumphant return to Coachella 2025, headlining Weekend One with a jaw-dropping performance that paid homage to her legendary career — while also offering fans something brand new. From unforgettable fashion moments to surprise appearances and a brand-new remix, Gaga once again proved why she’s one of pop’s most innovative and beloved icons.
Gaga’s Coachella Set: A Visual Tribute to Her Iconic Music Videos
Fans of Lady Gaga — affectionately known as her Little Monsters — were thrilled to spot subtle and stylish references to her past music videos woven throughout her Coachella performance. During her nearly two-hour set, Gaga took the audience on a journey through her discography, opening with a powerful medley of hits like:
- “Bloody Mary”
- “Born This Way”
- “Abracadabra”
- “Judas”
- “Poker Face”
Each performance stayed true to her latest album’s bold visual theme, Mayhem, but longtime fans were especially touched by her throwback nods.
During “Paparazzi,” Gaga used metallic crutches — a callback to the dramatic 2009 video that helped skyrocket her fame.
Then, for “Bad Romance,” she delivered not one, but two iconic visuals:
- A scene mirroring her original music video, laying in sand beside dancers in skeleton masks.
- A dancer wearing the signature white lace crown from the original video, giving nostalgic fans chills.
New Music Surprise: “Abracadabra” Remix with Gesaffelstein
As if her performance wasn’t already iconic, Gaga also surprised the Coachella crowd by dropping a brand-new remix of her hit song “Abracadabra”, featuring none other than Gesaffelstein, the French producer known for his dark, electronic sound.
Gesaffelstein joined Gaga on stage as her only surprise guest of the night, performing their track “Killah“ together. He appeared in his trademark chrome mask and sleek black suit, while Gaga danced beside him before grabbing a set of drums for a standout moment that brought the crowd to life.
This remix marks another powerful collaboration between the two artists and follows their dark, futuristic sound introduced in Mayhem.
Gaga’s Set Was Divided Into Four Dramatic Acts
Known for her theatrical flair, Gaga split her Coachella set into four distinct acts:
- Of Velvet and Vice
- And She Fell Into a Gothic Dream
- The Beautiful Nightmare That Knows Her Name
- To Make Her Is to Lose Her
She even called her performance a “musical sermon,” describing the night as a spiritual experience. “I built you an opera house in the desert,” Gaga told the crowd, highlighting how much thought she put into crafting this one-of-a-kind show.
She also cleverly timed her song “The Beast” so the lyric “11:59” hit exactly at 11:59 PM — a rare precision in a festival known for delays.
Encore & Emotional Moments
Although the main set ended around 12:40 AM, Gaga returned for an emotional encore called “Eternal Aria of the Monster Heart,” featuring her classic anthem “Bad Romance.”
Throughout the night, Gaga reminded fans of her authenticity. Speaking about her track “Abracadabra” in a recent interview, she said:
“So much of what I did with ‘Abracadabra’ was about claiming music and imagery that’s my own invention. As a woman in music, people often say someone else made us — but this is who I am.”
Then, with a smile, she added:
“You know what I should’ve said? I wasn’t made this way. I was born this way.”
What’s Next?
Lady Gaga is set to return for Weekend Two of Coachella 2025 on Friday, April 18. With all the buzz from her first set — and a remix already out — fans are eagerly anticipating what surprises she might bring next.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Did Lady Gaga headline Coachella 2025 Weekend One?
Yes, Lady Gaga headlined the first weekend of Coachella 2025 with a stunning two-hour performance.
Q2: What surprise guest joined Lady Gaga at Coachella?
Gaga brought out French producer Gesaffelstein to perform their track “Killah.”
Q3: What song did Gaga release after Coachella 2025?
She dropped a remix of her hit song “Abracadabra” featuring Gesaffelstein.
Q4: Did Lady Gaga reference her old music videos during the show?
Yes, she included fashion and set design inspired by “Paparazzi” and “Bad Romance.”
Q5: Will Gaga perform again at Coachella 2025?
Yes, she’s scheduled to return for Weekend Two on April 18.
