Watch Zendaya Shock Coachella Audience With Her First Live Performance in 7 Years
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Euphoria star Zendaya has left the Coachella crowd in awe after her onstage appearance for the festival’s second week. This was such a rare sight, since the actress hasn’t performed music live in more than seven years.
Zendaya Performs Euphoria Tracks with Labrinth at Coachella
The Emmy-winning actress joined record producer Labrinth in his Coachella set, belting out Euphoria songs “All of Us” and “I’m Tired.” Zendaya sported a pink mini dress and a white tank top for the fascinating act. Her look was finalized with a pair of silver hoop earrings, a matching ring, and black boots.
Reflecting on the memorable performance, Zendaya stated that the night has been “magical.” She also expressed gratitude for Labrinth who, according to her, gave her “the most beautiful safe space” to be on stage after years.
“And to the crowd tonight… wow. My heart is so full,” she wrote. “I can’t thank you enough for the love I received tonight, made all my nerves melt away. I’m so grateful.”
Fans are evidently in bliss upon witnessing Zendaya’s stage comeback. For them, her performance was the “highlight of Coachella.” One supporter particularly pointed out how excited and panicky the crowd was with the singer’s entrance.
Did it all for love @Labrinth @Zendaya
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She Thanks Fans, Shares Behind-The-Scenes Footage
Following her surprise appearance, Zendaya took to Instagram Stories to thank her fans for the support. For her, it mattered that the crowd sang along for it means that she was really performing.
“Wish y’all could understand how loud it was last night,” she wrote. “When I tell you this is exactly what I heard in my ears, my mic picked up every single one of you. So thank you for singing along, it was one of the only ways I knew what I was singing lol.”
Over the years, Zendaya has focused on acting, doing films such as Spider-Man, Dune, and Malcolm & Marie. She has released a self-titled debut album in 2013, featuring her popular single, Replay. Nonetheless, after her tour concluded in 2015, she has refused to perform on stage since. In March 2022, she admitted that she “stepped away” from music, but stated that she still loves the same.
