Coachella 2025 ends on a high note with Post Malone, Megan Thee Stallion, and genre-defying surprises

Day 3 of Coachella 2025 was the perfect wrap to an already spectacular weekend, combining genre-defying performances with genuine passion, high-octane excitement, and surprise moments that left the audience buzzing until the finish.  As the desert sun fell behind the mountains, Post Malone entered the stage as headliner, delivering a set that combined vulnerability and showmanship.  During the day, spectators were treated to a vibrant blend of sounds—from Megan Thee Stallion's songs to Amaarae's soft melodies and Odd Mob's thrilling drops. Let us take a look at what went down on Day 3 of Coachella.

Coachella 2025’s first weekend wrapped with a genre-blurring finale that once again proved why it remains the gold standard of global music festivals. The standout on Sunday night was Post Malone, who brought a rugged, country flair to the desert. Known for his genre-hopping tendencies, Malone leaned fully into his Nashville era, reimagining tracks like Wow and Better Now with acoustic twang and slide guitar. Cigarette in one hand and a red solo cup in the other, he owned the stage like a country outlaw, transforming the Coachella mainstage into a sun-soaked Southern barroom.

Country wasn’t a one-man affair either — Shaboozey brought his own honky-tonk energy earlier in the day, donning a Nudie-style suit despite the desert blaze. Fans packed in to hear his Hot 100 hit A Bar Song (Tipsy), which has become a country-pop anthem in its own right. He even brought out Noah Cyrus for their duet My Fault, blending smooth vocals with raw storytelling in a way that resonated with both cowboy hat-wearing newcomers and longtime genre lovers.

Meanwhile, hip-hop had its own cinematic moment thanks to Ty Dolla Sign. Transforming the Sahara tent into the Tycoon Correctional Facility, he entered in handcuffs and a facemask, turning the stage into a full-blown prison yard set. Theatricality aside, the real strength of his performance was in the roster he brought with him — from YG and Tyga to Wiz Khalifa and Leon Thomas. Whether it was the throwback energy of Toot It and Boot It or the infectious groove of Something New, Ty gave the audience a masterclass in collaboration.

Megan Thee Stallion took things to another level altogether, even if her time was cut short. Her high-energy set became a celebration of female rap, featuring an unexpected but powerful appearance by Queen Latifah. The two performed the classic anthem U.N.I.T.Y., bridging generations in a seamless moment of mutual respect and shared stage presence. With Ciara also joining earlier in the set, Megan ensured her time in the spotlight was as iconic as it was defiant.

Not to be outshined, Jennie of BLACKPINK held her own at the Outdoor Theatre with a solo set that showcased the full range of her artistry. Without the spectacle of her group or the novelty of TV fame, she crafted a moody, elegant performance that mixed dance-pop bangers with velvety ballads. The crowd was locked in from start to finish — proof that her transition to solo stardom isn’t just a side project, but a full-force reinvention.

Coachella 2025 Weekend 1 was a rich blend of reinvention and homage. From the unexpected country resurgence to moments of rap royalty and genre-defying experiments, the festival reminded everyone why it still sits at the top of the live music pyramid. It wasn’t about sticking to trends — it was about artists daring to bend them.