"Peak multiverse behavior": Netizens react as Doja Cat sings Ariana Grande's "breathin" during a Fortnite stream

During a recent Fortnite stream amid the launch of Fortnitemares 2025, Doja Cat surprised viewers by casually singing Ariana Grande's 2018 hit "breathin" while navigating the virtual island. The clip was quick to go viral, with one user dubbing it:

"Peak multiverse behavior, Doja Cat is out here dropping vocals and bodies in Fortnite like she’s auditioning for “The Voice: Battle Royale Edition.""

Doja Cat stars as the in-game boss "Mother of Thorns" in Fortnite's Halloween-themed Fortnitemares 2025 event. This year's edition features Jason Voorhees, Ghostface, Wednesday Addams, and Scooby-Doo, among others. Doja Cat joined this notable lineup as a playable boss.

Internet reactions to Doja Cat singing Ariana Grande's "breathin" during a Fortnite stream

Pop Crave took to its official X (formerly Twitter) page to post a clip of Doja Cat singing Ariana Grande's "breathin" during the Fortnite stream, captioning:

"Doja Cat singing “breathin” by Ariana Grande while playing Fortnite."

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Fans were notably quick to weigh in on the comment section of the X post as they penned their reactions. Below are some of their remarks:

"Bro… that’s peak chaos. Doja Cat singing Ariana while grinding Fortnite? Sounds like two hits collided in a car crash. Some things just should not exist together. 😬", declared an X user.

"Doja singing Ariana while gaming is peak 2025 energy chaos, talent, and zero shame all in one livestream.", wrote another.

"my brain does this randomly every week too idk why i just start singing this part of breathin 💀", sharedf a third.

Others also chimed in:

"Doja Cat singing “breathin” by Ariana Grande while playing Fortnite? That’s peak multitasking energy! 🎶🎮 Only Doja could turn a chill pop song into a chaotic, hilarious, and iconic gaming moment.", commented a fan.

"Video of Doja Cat singing a part of Ariana Grande's "breathin" while playing Fortnite on a livestream surfaced online in October 2025. The incident took place during her promotion for the Fortnitemares 2025 event, in which she was featured as an in-game character. Details from the stream: During a Twitch livestream to promote her Fortnite collaboration, Doja Cat sang sections of several songs, including "breathin" by Ariana Grande. Fans were especially impressed when she casually hit a high note from the song, with clips of the moment quickly going viral on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. While promoting her new skins in the game, she was also observed using Ariana Grande's in-game glider, which fans noted as another connection between the two artists. Doja Cat has a history of playing Fortnite, including purchasing her own character bundle during a live stream.", detailes another.

"There is just something wild about hearing a pop star like Doja Cat take on Ariana Grande’s “breathin” while dropping into a Fortnite match. It’s like a peek into this whole new world where music and gaming collide in the most unexpected way. I can’t get over how the vibe of the song totally changes when you imagine it behind the chaos of building forts and dodging enemies. This mix of cool, casual gaming with a smooth, powerful tune makes me wonder if this kind of crossover is where entertainment is headed next, mixing our favorite pastimes into something fresh and kind of mind-blowing at the same time", opined a third.

Doja Cat's Fortnite character, the "Mother of Thorns," is a thorn-crowned figure who appears in random locations across the map: near Supernova Academy, Gourdy Gate, or Freaky Fields.

Players who find her in any location in the virtual island face a relatively difficult fight. However, they are also rewarded with the Thorn Ripper. It is a mythic weapon in the Fortnitemares questline. Notably, after being defeated, the Mother of Thorns can also be revived as an AI ally.

Outside of gaming, Doja Cat is also officially preparing to hit the road for her 2025-26 world tour to support her latest album, Vie. The global trek will kick off in New Zealand. It will travel through Australia, Asia, South America, Europe, and North America. A complete itinerary is as follows:

Oceania and Asia 2025

Tuesday, November 18, 2025, Auckland, New Zealand, at Spark Arena
Saturday, November 22, 2025, Perth, Australia, at RAC Arena
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, Melbourne, Australia, at Rod Laver Arena
Saturday, November 29, 2025, Brisbane, Australia, at Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Monday, December 1, 2025, Sydney, Australia, at Qudos Bank Arena
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, Sydney, Australia, at Qudos Bank Arena
Sunday, December 7, 2025, Manila, Philippines, at SM Mall of Asia Arena
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, Singapore, at Singapore Indoor Stadium
Saturday, December 13, 2025, Seoul, South Korea, at Kintex Hall 10
Monday, December 15, 2025, Tokyo, Japan, at K-Arena Yokohama
Thursday, December 18, 2025, Bangkok, Thailand, at Impact Exhibition Hall 5–6
Sunday, December 21, 2025, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, at Kaohsiung Arena