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Coachella Today
By the People, for the People
Young Thug Looks Out for North West During Coachella Set
The rapper gave shoutouts to Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's daughter during his performance.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 7:20pm
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Young Thug's bejeweled Coachella performance outfit exemplified the glamorous, high-energy spirit of the festival.Coachella TodayDuring his Coachella set on Sunday night, rapper Young Thug was very communicative with the audience, including giving shoutouts to North West, the 12-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, who was in the crowd. Thug also called out to Teyana Taylor, who was also in attendance, and joked about trying to get her to style him for the performance.
Why it matters
Young Thug's Coachella set featured several notable moments, including his interactions with high-profile celebrities in the audience like North West and Teyana Taylor. This speaks to the rapper's star power and ability to engage with his fans, even during a major festival performance.
The details
Thug gave a shoutout to North West, asking 'What's up, North? How you doing? Where your parents?' He later told the crowd to 'make some noise for North' and instructed her and Teyana Taylor to 'get out of the way' during a mosh pit. Thug also joked about trying to get Teyana Taylor to style him for the performance, saying she was 'too big' and 'wasn't calling back'.
- Young Thug performed at Coachella on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
The players
Young Thug
An American rapper known for his unique musical style and high-profile collaborations.
North West
The 12-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, who was in the audience at Young Thug's Coachella set.
Teyana Taylor
An American singer, songwriter, actress and dancer who was also in attendance at Young Thug's Coachella performance.
What they’re saying
“'What's up, North? How you doing? Where your parents?'”
— Young Thug, Rapper
“'I want y'all to make some noise for North. She in this motherf—ker. You just casually having fun.'”
— Young Thug, Rapper
“'North, get out of the way. Teyana, get out the way. I don't see one yet. What is this, not English? Where North at, man, protect North'”
— Young Thug, Rapper
“'Teyana Taylor in here, what's up. I've been tryna get in touch with her for, like, the last month. I wanted her to style me, man. She just too big. [She] wasn't calling back, talking about, 'We promise she gonna call back later, we promise she's rehearsing.' I'm like, 'What she rehearsing for?''”
— Young Thug, Rapper
The takeaway
Young Thug's Coachella set showcased his ability to engage with his audience, including high-profile celebrity guests like North West and Teyana Taylor. His interactions with the crowd and shoutouts to these stars demonstrated his star power and charisma as a performer.
