Key facts about Phoebe Bridgers on SNL
- SNL performances: Phoebe Bridgers performed “Bobby” and “Still Standing” as the musical guest on the John Mulaney-hosted episode.
- Album details: Both songs appear on Lost Weekend, which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 in August.
- Stage visuals: Bridgers paired “Still Standing” with skeletal face makeup and a white dress under black lights.
- Previous appearance: Bridgers previously drew attention on SNL in 2021 by smashing her guitar during “Kyoto.”
Phoebe Bridgers returned to Saturday Night Live as musical guest on Nov. 14, performing two songs from her latest album, Lost Weekend. This recap covers the performances and their visual details.
During the episode hosted by John Mulaney, the 32-year-old indie-rock singer-songwriter performed “Bobby” and “Still Standing.” Both songs appear on her third album, which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 in August.
Bridgers’ SNL appearance followed the late October release of her five-track EP, Live at Madison Square Garden, recorded during her 2023 performance at the New York City venue.
What did Phoebe Bridgers perform on SNL?
Phoebe Bridgers performed “Bobby” and “Still Standing” on SNL, showcasing two tracks from Lost Weekend. “Bobby” featured a full backing band, while “Still Standing” used striking lighting and makeup.
Bridgers’ SNL set featured two songs from her third album, Lost Weekend.
For her first performance, the musician took the stage with a full backing band for “Bobby,” a lovestruck track reportedly inspired by her relationship with comedian Bo Burnham. Burnham co-wrote the song, which explores the excitement of falling in love.
The boygenius artist returned later in the show for a haunting performance of “Still Standing,” which explores her complicated relationship with her father. Wearing a flowing white dress that glowed under black lights, Bridgers appeared in skeletal face makeup, giving the performance an eerie visual style.
The skeletal look has become a recurring part of Bridgers’ visual aesthetic, particularly during the Punisher era, when she frequently wore skeleton bodysuits onstage.
How did the SNL performances connect with Bridgers’ earlier appearances?
The “Still Standing” makeup echoed Bridgers’ recurring skeletal stage aesthetic, while the appearance also recalled her widely noted 2021 performance of “Kyoto.” That earlier set ended with Bridgers smashing her guitar against a stage monitor.
Bridgers’ SNL performances combine recurring stage imagery with moments from her past appearances.
The appearance marked another memorable SNL moment for Bridgers, who previously made headlines during her 2021 performance of “Kyoto” when she famously smashed her guitar against a stage monitor at the end of the song.
The NBC sketch comedy series is currently in its 52nd season, which premiered in September with New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson making his hosting debut and KATSEYE serving as musical guest.
SNL will take a three-week break before returning Dec. 5 with Amanda Seyfried as host and Don Toliver as musical guest. The episode will mark Seyfried’s hosting debut and Toliver’s first appearance on the show.
Watch Phoebe Bridgers perform “Bobby” and “Still Standing” on SNL below.
What songs did Phoebe Bridgers perform on SNL?
Phoebe Bridgers performed “Bobby” and “Still Standing” during her musical guest appearance on SNL. Both tracks are from Lost Weekend.
Her SNL set included two songs from Lost Weekend.
Who co-wrote “Bobby”?
Bo Burnham co-wrote “Bobby” with Bridgers. The song is described as exploring the excitement of falling in love.
Bo Burnham co-wrote “Bobby” with Phoebe Bridgers.
What is the visual style of “Still Standing” on SNL?
Bridgers wore skeletal face makeup and a flowing white dress that glowed under black lights during “Still Standing.” The look drew on her recurring skeleton-themed stage aesthetic.
The “Still Standing” performance used skeletal makeup, a white dress and black-light effects.
What was notable about Bridgers’ 2021 SNL performance?
During “Kyoto” in 2021, Bridgers smashed her guitar against a stage monitor at the end of the song. The moment became a widely noted part of her earlier SNL appearance.
Bridgers ended her 2021 “Kyoto” performance by smashing her guitar against a stage monitor.
