On April 21, 2025, the vibrant Japanese girl group XG electrified their fans with a memorable performance during Weekend 2 at Coachella 2025. Their appearance on the Sahara Stage captivated audiences, effectively quelling ongoing rumors regarding their authenticity in live performances.
In a decisive move to affirm their vocal prowess, the members strategically paused their singing, showcasing their commitment to delivering a genuine live experience. This spontaneous decision was perceived by many netizens as a direct response to skeptics who had raised questions during their previous weekend’s set.
Following the performance, social media buzzed with admiration from fans. Observers noted standout moments, particularly from members Maya and Cocona, who expertly showcased their vocal talent and live delivery through innovative mic interactions.
Their supreme command of stage presence and vocal stability left no question about the authenticity of their performance. Enthusiastic reactions poured in, with an X user noting:
“THE MICS ARE ON AND LOUD.”
Fans rallied around the group, reaffirming their belief that XG successfully debunked the lip-syncing allegations. Multiple individuals took to social media to express their amazement:
“Seeing people accusing them of lipsyncing because their voices exactly match the studio version, they must have tuned it up,”one fan commented.
“Critics just can’t accept that XG really can sing and dance at the same time; they are that talented,”another netizen remarked.
“That mic gesture—she told the haters to quiet down!”an X user wrote.
“From Maya pausing to let everyone hear it’s live, to Cocona’s deep voice, and Hinata’s powerful delivery, don’t ever disrespect XG with accusations of lip-syncing again,”a third fan added.
Others echoed sentiments of admiration, referring to XG as “the standard”of live performances and commending their remarkable stage presence:
“Whoever accused these girls of lip-syncing clearly doesn’t know their talent, as they maintained stability throughout the entire performance, proving it’s live,”one viewer stated.
“XGCHELLA is setting the standard! From challenging industry norms to gaining significant media attention just three years into their career, this talented group excels in singing, rapping, and performance, all while showcasing their unique styles,”a fan expressed.
“Honestly, my girls are killing it! Last week’s performance of LEFT RIGHT was already convincing, but they went all out this time. THE MICS WERE LOUD! You all will learn today!,”another user chimed in.
XG’s Coachella Setlist and their Meteoric Rise
XG’s setlist for Coachella Weekend 2 featured an impressive lineup of songs, including fan favorites like “LEFT RIGHT,””TGIF,””NEW DANCE,”and the newly added “MASCARA.”
Here is a complete rundown of their setlist:
- X-GENE
- WOKE UP
- GIRL GVNG
- LEFT RIGHT
- TGIF
- PUPPET SHOW
- IYKYK
- IS THIS LOVE
- NEW DANCE
- MASCARA (added for Weekend 2)
- SOMETHING AIN’T RIGHT
- SHOOTING STAR
This remarkable performance has been dubbed “XGCHELLA” by fans. Since their debut in 2022 with “Tippy Toes,”XG’s ascent to global fame has been rapid. The group, comprised of Jurin, Chisa, Hinata, Harvey, Juria, Maya, and Cocona, continues to break boundaries in the music industry.
Their second EP, titled AWE (2024), has achieved high rankings on various global music charts, with the lead single “HOWLING”achieving notable international acclaim. Currently, XG is on their inaugural world tour, The First HOWL, showcasing their talent in cities across Asia, Europe, and North America.