Throwback photo from Saturday, April 12, 2025, when Clairo wowed the crowds at Coachella. What followed was an electrifying performance, one that still has the world-famous music festival buzzing. The singer-songwriter, known for her impactful lyrics and engaging melodies, was introduced by former Senator Bernie Sanders, who emphasized the importance of youth activism and political engagement during his speech.
Her subsequent release, Charm, released in early 2024, resulted in her taking home major accolades and receiving widespread acclaim. It made it onto The 50 Best Albums of 2024 list! The 11-song album shines on tracks like “Juna,” “Sexy to Someone,” and “Terrapin.” The extended music video for “Terrapin” includes a surprise guest appearance by “Weird Al” Yankovic. His participation adds an interesting creative twist to the project.
As Sanders took the stage, he praised artist Clairo, recognizing her work to use her music and visibility to advocate for progressive change. He stated, “I’m here to introduce Clairo not just because they are a great band.” He pointed to her focus on advocating for women’s rights and her activism on the now-prolonged war conflict in Gaza.
“I’m here because Clairo has used her prominence to fight for women’s rights, to try to end the terrible, brutal war in Gaza, where thousands of women and children are being killed.” – Bernie Sanders
Sanders’s words clearly connected with the audience, especially as he appealed to young people to become actively involved in the political process. He kicked off his campaign with a star-studded rally in Los Angeles, highlighted by performances from big-name artists including Maggie Rogers, Indigo de Souza, Neil Young, and Joan Baez. Following that, he has performed at Coachella.
As Clairo took the stage following Sanders’s introduction, she and her band delivered a powerful set that intertwined her musical artistry with messages of empowerment and activism. Her performance was more than an artistic display. It served to further her mission to highlight and stand in opposition to urgent social inequities.