Lady Gaga delivered yet another unforgettable performance at Coachella 2025 — but not without a little unexpected drama. During her electrifying set on Friday night, technical issues with her microphone threatened to disrupt the magic, but the pop icon handled it like the seasoned pro she is.
Just two songs into her set, while performing “Abracadabra,” Gaga’s head mic began to glitch, cutting in and out noticeably. But instead of letting the malfunction derail the moment, she and her team swiftly swapped her head mic for a handheld — all while she flawlessly descended from her towering skirt set piece and continued to dance without missing a beat.
With mic in one hand and a cane in the other, Gaga pushed forward with the kind of confidence and charisma fans have come to expect from her. The rest of her high-energy set went off without a hitch, and the crowd was left buzzing with admiration.
Later in her set, Gaga addressed the incident with her signature blend of humor and honesty, saying:
“I’m sorry my mic was broken for a second… at least you know I sing live!”
She added with heartfelt sincerity,
“I guess all we can do is our best — and I’m certainly giving you my best tonight.”
The glitch may have momentarily disrupted the sound, but it only further proved her authenticity and vocal prowess.
Gaga’s Triumphant Return to Coachella
This marks Gaga’s second time headlining the iconic Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Her first was in 2017, when she stepped in for Beyoncé, who had to bow out due to her pregnancy with twins. Eight years later, Gaga returned stronger than ever, captivating thousands with a performance many fans are calling the best of the festival.
Her Weekend 1 performance already drew praise for its theatrical flair and powerful vocals — and even with the minor mic hiccup in Weekend 2, Gaga proved once again why she remains one of the greatest live performers of our time.
After all, as she reminded fans in true Gaga fashion:
She was born this way … and born to play Coachella!
