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April 13, 2024

Unexpectedly, Billie Eilish and Shakira take the stage on the opening night of Coachella

In a surprising turn of events, Billie Eilish and Shakira joined forces to perform together on the opening night of Coachella. This unexpected collaboration between two iconic artists from different musical genres electrified the audience, making it a highlight of the festival.

Billie Eilish and Shakira. Getty Images

Friday night at Coachella turned out to be quite eventful as both Shakira and Billie Eilish made surprise appearances. Eilish joined headliner Lana Del Rey on stage to perform a duet of Del Rey's hit "Video Games," along with Eilish's own "Ocean Eyes." This unexpected collaboration added an exciting twist to the evening. Eilish, who recently achieved significant success with consecutive Grammy wins and an Oscar for her song "What Was I Made For?" from the soundtrack of the highly acclaimed film "Barbie" in 2023, continues to captivate audiences with her talent.

During Bizarrap's performance at Coachella, superstar Shakira surprised the audience by joining in for a rendition of "La Fuerte" and their hit track "Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53." This unexpected appearance added an extra layer of excitement to the event, showcasing Shakira's versatility and appeal across different musical genres.

Colombian singer Shakira performs with Argentine record producer and songwriter Bizarrap on the Sahara Stage during the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California, on April 12, 2024. Valerie Macon/AFP/Getty Images

During their performance, Shakira made a significant announcement – she will soon kick off a new world tour titled the "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour," in support of her latest studio album of the same name.

Aside from Shakira's surprise appearance, Coachella's lineup includes headliners such as No Doubt, Doja Cat, and rapper Tyler, The Creator. Other notable artists set to perform at the festival include Peso Pluma, Ice Spice, Blur, Sublime, and J. Balvin, among others.

Saturday's lineup is particularly noteworthy as it marks No Doubt's first concert performance together in nine years.

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is being held in Indio, California, spanning over the weekends of April 12 and April 19.

Source: CNN entertainment

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