Charli XCX Joined by Chappell Roan for Electrifying Performance at Primavera Sound
In a surprise move, Chappell Roan took to the stage with Charli XCX at the Primavera Sound music festival in Barcelona, Spain, on Thursday, June 5. The "Pink Pony Club" singer, 27, appeared on the venue’s screen to perform the iconic dance to "Apple," a choreographed routine that has become a staple of Charli XCX’s live shows.
According to a report from People.com, the crowd went wild as Roan, dressed in a gray pleated skirt, black shirt, and sweatshirt, donned a pair of giant alien sunglasses and perfectly executed the moves to the track from her album Brat, which has become a viral sensation on TikTok. As Charli XCX, 32, introduced the performer and told the crowd to "Make some f—ing noise right now!", the audience erupted into cheers.
The People.com report noted that after Roan finished her dance and shook her butt for the camera, Charli XCX thanked her for the guest appearance, saying "Chappell, I f—ing love you bitch!" The moment was captured on camera and shared on social media, with fans praising the chemistry between the two performers.
The dance, created by TikTok user Kelley Heyer, has become a viral phenomenon, with millions of users sharing their own versions of the routine. People.com reported that Charli XCX has had numerous celebrities and fans appear at her concerts to perform the dance, including the Team USA Women’s Rugby team, Brooke Shields, and Kamala Harris.
As People.com noted, Roan is set to perform at Primavera Sound herself on Saturday, June 7. The festival, which features a lineup of major artists including Aminé, Beabadoobee, HAIM, Jamie xx, and Sabrina Carpenter, will be livestreamed exclusively via Twitch and Prime Video through Amazon Music.
The collaboration between Charli XCX and Chappell Roan is just the latest example of the singer’s willingness to experiment and push the boundaries of live performance. With her Brat tour, Charli XCX has been incorporating the "Apple" dance into her shows, featuring a different special guest each night. As People.com reported, fans can expect more surprises from the singer in the coming weeks.
In related news, Amazon Music has announced that it will be livestreaming each day of Primavera Sound exclusively via Twitch and Prime Video. Fans can tune into their favorite artists’ sets, including all headliners, from the comfort of their own homes. With a star-studded lineup and innovative live performances, Primavera Sound is shaping up to be one of the most exciting music festivals of the year.
