Green Day delivered an electrifying headlining performance at the Coachella festival in Indio, California last night, marking a significant milestone in their career. This particular performance was especially notable as it represented Green Day’s debut at Coachella, despite frontman Billie Joe Armstrong having made a memorable cameo with The Replacements back in 2014. The band wasted no time in solidifying their legacy in Coachella history by presenting a high-energy set list that spanned several decades, showcasing their most beloved hits and fan-favorites.
The politically charged punks kicked off their set with “American Idiot,” the title track from their Grammy-winning album released in 2004. Originally penned as a critique of George W. Bush’s controversial Iraq War policies, Green Day updated the lyrics to reflect their current sentiments towards Donald Trump, with Armstrong boldly proclaiming, “I’m not a part of a MAGA agenda.” This powerful opening set the tone for a performance that was as much about music as it was about social commentary.
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Throughout the performance, there was a clear thread of social awareness, particularly during the rendition of “Jesus of Suburbia.” Here, Armstrong poignantly sang, “Running away from pain like the kids from Palestine,” making a powerful statement about the ongoing conflict in that region. These poignant references to contemporary issues added depth to the concert experience, resonating with many in attendance.
While Green Day did not shy away from addressing important topics, they ensured that their performance remained lively and engaging. The set list, which you can explore in its entirety below, was packed with iconic tracks from their extensive catalog, including “Holiday,” “Longview,” “Welcome to Paradise,” “Basket Case,” and their latest single “One Eyed Bastard.” The band also paid homage to legendary rock acts during their performance, seamlessly blending in riffs from Black Sabbath’s famous “Iron Man” into “Hitchin’ a Ride,” and teasing the audience with the intro to Tom Petty’s “Free Fallin’” before launching into “Wake Me Up When September Ends.”
This appearance at Coachella marks the beginning of an exciting festival season for Green Day, who are set to headline several major music festivals this year, including Welcome to Rockville, BottleRock, Minnesota Yacht Club, and Oceans Calling. Fans can look forward to more electrifying performances as the band continues to tour.
Watch Green Day Perform ‘American Idiot’ at Coachella 2025
Watch Green Day Perform 'When I Come Around' at Coachella 2025
Watch Green Day Perform ‘Wake Me Up When September Ends’ at Coachella 2025
Green Day’s Set List from Coachella on April 12, 2025
1. “American Idiot”
2. “Holiday”
3. “Know Your Enemy”
4. “Boulevard of Broken Dreams”
5. “One Eyed Bastard”
6. “Longview”
7. “Welcome to Paradise”
8. “Hitchin’ a Ride”
9. “Brain Stew”
10. “St. Jimmy”
11. “21 Guns”
12. “Minority”
13. “Basket Case”
14. “When I Come Around”
15. “Wake Me Up When September Ends”
16. “Jesus of Suburbia”
17. “Bobby Sox”
18. “Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)”
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