Tré Cool of Green Day Wears "Actual Headliner" Sash in Response to Charli XCX

Tré Cool of Green Day playfully responds to Charli XCX's "Miss Should Be Headliner" sash at Coachella with his own "Actual Headliner" sash.

Tré Cool's Playful Retort

Green Day's drummer, Tré Cool, made headlines at Coachella this weekend by donning an “Actual Headliner” sash in a cheeky response to Charli XCX. The pop star had stirred up some controversy last week when she was seen at a Coachella afterparty wearing a sash that proclaimed “Miss Should Be Headliner.” Charli had performed earlier in the evening at 7 PM on the Main Stage, right before Green Day took the stage for their headlining performance.

As you can imagine, Charli’s bold statement didn't sit well with some die-hard Green Day fans, prompting a bit of a backlash. Tré Cool decided to poke fun at the situation, and his sash has become a viral sensation on social media as fans share the playful moment.

A Look Backstage

The photo capturing Tré in his “Actual Headliner” sash was taken backstage at the festival by his wife, Sara Rose Wright. Check out the playful image that has everyone talking!

Billie Joe Armstrong Joins the Fun

During their set on Saturday, Billie Joe Armstrong, Green Day’s charismatic frontman, also took a light-hearted jab at Charli. He donned a lime green cap with "brat" written on it, which he borrowed from a fan in the audience. This playful gesture added fuel to the ongoing banter between the two artists.

Green Day frontman, Billie Joe Armstrong, wearing a brat hat during their headlining set at Coachella tonight.

Green Day's Political Commentary

Following the fun exchange with Charli XCX, Green Day didn't shy away from making a political statement during their performance. In an unexpected twist, Billie Joe altered the lyrics to their song “Jesus of Suburbia,” inserting a reference to the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. He sang, “Runnin’ away from pain like the kids from Palestine/Tales from another broken home,” showcasing the band's commitment to addressing important issues.

While some fans appreciated Green Day's message, others were quick to weigh in on the cultural divide, emphasizing the difference between political statements and pop culture antics.

Further Changes to Their Set

The second weekend of Coachella saw Green Day tweak their lyrics once more, this time taking a jab at the Vice President. Billie Joe updated the line from “Am I (stupid) or am I just overjoyed?” to “Am I (stupid) or am I just J.D. Vance?” This lyrical change highlighted the band’s willingness to engage with current events and public figures.

Additionally, Green Day surprised their fans by bringing out special guest Flavor Flav, who made a memorable entrance out of a bunny suit, a quirky tradition for the band during live performances.

FAQs

• What did Tré Cool wear at Coachella? Tré Cool wore an "Actual Headliner" sash in response to Charli XCX's earlier "Miss Should Be Headliner" sash.
• Why did Charli XCX wear a sash? Charli XCX wore the sash at a Coachella afterparty to express her feelings about her performance time compared to headliners.
• What was Billie Joe Armstrong's response during the set? He wore a lime green cap that read "brat" as a playful nod to Charli's sash.
• Did Green Day make any political statements during their performance? Yes, they altered their lyrics to address the Israel-Gaza conflict and made references to political figures during their set.
• Who made a surprise appearance during Green Day's performance? Flavor Flav made a surprise guest appearance, adding to the excitement of their performance.

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