Following similar backlash to his April 11 Weekend 1 headline, Justin Bieber's April 13 Coachella performance drew sharp social media criticism for 'lazy' execution, relying on pre-recorded vocals over music videos. The set featured guests Tems, Dijon, Wizkid, and Mk.gee on tracks from 'SWAG' and 'SWAG II', plus classics like 'Baby'. He is scheduled for another show on April 18.
Justin Bieber's April 13 set at the 2026 Coachella Festival in Indio, California—his second appearance after the debated Weekend 1 headline—sparked renewed online backlash. Songs included recent 'SWAG' and 'SWAG II' tracks, nostalgic hits like 'Baby', 'Favorite Girl', and his YouTube cover of Chris Brown's 'With You', with special guests Tems, Dijon, Wizkid, and Mk.gee.
Social media users, including thousands of attendees, called it one of the festival's worst, criticizing the lack of live vocals, pre-recorded tracks overpowering music videos, and sidelined stage presence—especially during 'Baby'. Bieber offered minimal audience interaction, projecting simulated song requests via computer, prompting viral complaints like 'they paid him 10 million dollars to sing karaoke of his own YouTube songs' and 'singing half over your music video, which is actually louder than your voice, is not performing'. Rolling Stone noted the substantial payday for his two shows.
Coachella runs April 10-19, with Bieber's next performance on April 18. See prior series coverage for Weekend 1 details and buildup.
