Justin Bieber Brings Wizkid and Tems to Coachella Comeback

Bieber headlines Coachella 2026 with a 34-song set featuring surprise guests.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 9:34pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of shimmering sequins and shattered glass, capturing the glitz and energy of a major music festival performance.Bieber's Coachella comeback set was a night of high-wattage star power and global musical collaboration.Coachella Today

After a four-year break from major live performances, Justin Bieber headlined Coachella 2026 on April 12, delivering a deeply personal 34-song set that marked his most significant live performance in years. The show drew an enormous crowd and featured surprise appearances from Wizkid, Tems, and The Kid Laroi, elevating the night beyond simple nostalgia.

Why it matters

Bieber's Coachella return was a highly anticipated cultural moment, confirming his continued commercial standing and relevance even after years away from touring. The appearance also highlighted Coachella's broader commitment to platforming diverse global music voices.

The details

Dressed simply in a red hoodie and sunglasses, Bieber opened with "All I Can Take" before inviting the audience to request songs through a live YouTube chat, blurring the line between arena spectacle and personal connection. Midway through, he performed a throwback sequence of his own old music videos, creating an unexpectedly moving moment. The Kid Laroi, Wizkid, and Tems joined Bieber as surprise guests, elevating the set beyond nostalgia and positioning him as an artist still actively engaged with the broader musical landscape.

  • Justin Bieber headlined Coachella 2026 on April 12.
  • The second Coachella weekend falls on April 18.

The players

Justin Bieber

A Canadian singer-songwriter who headlined Coachella 2026 with a 34-song comeback set.

Wizkid

A Nigerian singer-songwriter who joined Bieber to perform the "Essence" remix, a 2021 global hit.

Tems

A Nigerian singer-songwriter who joined Bieber for a soulful vocal performance on "I Think You're Special".

The Kid Laroi

An Australian singer-songwriter who joined Bieber to perform their collaborative hit "Stay".

Hailey Bieber

Justin Bieber's wife, who was in attendance throughout the evening, dancing in the crowd alongside Kendall Jenner.

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What’s next

The second Coachella weekend falls on April 18, leaving open questions about whether the guest lineup will shift, expand or surprise in new directions.

The takeaway

Bieber's Coachella return marked a highly anticipated cultural moment, confirming his continued commercial standing and relevance even after years away from touring. The appearance also highlighted Coachella's broader commitment to platforming diverse global music voices.