Saturday night at Glastonbury 2025 had to be one of the toughest scheduling dilemmas for festival-goers. With Neil Young on the Pyramid Stage, Charli XCX throwing a rave over at the Other Stage, and Scissor Sisters lighting up Woodsies, fans were spoiled for choice. But it was Doechii’s headlining slot at West Holts that truly carved out a moment to remember.
As a Glastonbury newbie, Doechii was in total command of the stage. With only one album to her credit and already having what can only be called an amazing year so far having been crowned Billboard's Woman of the Year, her performance was a forceful declaration of her rising star. In a weekend packed with big-hitters, she struck all the right chords.
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What made her performance at Glastonbury so memorable was the carefully constructed theme: "School of Hip-Hop." The stage was transformed into a classroom, complete with a lesson plan that broke down fundamentals like "Bars," "Technique," and "Flow." It was more than just a concert it was a masterclass in hip-hop. Each element of the performance was constructed to highlight her versatility as a performer. Whether she was rapping, dancing, or singing, she got every moment out of it.
Social media soon buzzed. Video of her playful reference to the notorious Met Gala "umbrella" moment when dancers twirled props around her in sync were all over TikTok and Twitter. It was lighthearted, self-mocking, and perfectly timed. Fans loved her mastery at taking past criticism and turning it into theater. That sort of showmanship does not go unnoticed.
Fans were also buzzing with anticipation regarding her setlist. Instead of performing only her own songs, Doechii included hip-hop and dance classics like Wu-Tang Clan's C.R.E.A.M. and Daft Punk's One More Time. It made the show clubby and energetic and kept fans dancing while introducing an element of unpredictability that was rejuvenating.
Lastly, there was the encore. Her song Denial Is a River was followed by sitcom imagery that played on giant screens, highlighting her storytelling ability. It wasn't just fun but added another layer to her artistry and left a lasting impression.
The moment of the evening? When DJ Miss Milan announced her "the greatest rapper in the world," and Doechii responded with a unadulterated, euphoric shriek. It was authentic, forceful, and conveyed the sentiment of someone who knew she'd just done something career-defining.
In conclusion, Doechii didn't just perform, she spoke. Her Glastonbury initiation was more of an installment. And judging by the responses, audience and social media buzz, the world paid attention and was loving every bit of it.