Lana Del Rey, the queen of melancholy ballads, who changes the way we see music, made a grand return to Coachella, managing to outshine the moon itself with her cinematic entrance on the back of a motorcycle.
As festival-goers cruised along Indio Blvd, Lana's cheeky billboard asking "Has anyone else died for you?" couldn't be missed, underscoring the enigmatic aura that surrounds Lana's artistry.
But what set hearts racing through the festival was Lana's surprise guest appearance, none other than Billie Eilish, the ultimate duo. Emerging from backstage, Eilish joined Lana on a gilded balcony overlooking the main stage, declaring to the audience that Lana Del Rey:
"Is the reason for half you bitches’ existence!" - Billie Eilish
Eilish and Lana mesmerized the crowd with her hit, "Ocean Eyes" and then Lana's most iconic song, "Video Games" transforming the entire audience into their harmonious love fest.
Lana's set list was a nostalgic journey through her hits with a prelude version of "Jealous Girl" making a dramatic entrance on the back of that motorcycle. From there, hits like "West Coast" "Summertime Sadness" and "Born to Die". each song dripping with Americana symbolism and dreamlike poetry.
The Coachella set was just one stop on her festival tour this year, with her teasing a forthcoming country album, "Lasso" expected in September. Meanwhile, Eilish is gearing up to release her third album, "Hit Me Hard and Soft" following her recent Oscar win for "What Was I Made For?" - a Barbie ballad that captured hearts worldwide.
And if you're following Lana on Instagram @honeymoon you probably caught her heartfelt thank-you message to her team. Interestingly, her longtime tour manager, Pete, decided to call it quits just one month before the show. Sometimes, when stars align or when key figures dip out, it's a catalyst for greater things. Lana shines brighter than ever.
Catch Lana Del Rey's Coachella performance on YouTube.
