Rising Star Flowerovlove Poised for Coachella Breakthrough

The British-Ivorian singer-songwriter's delicate, dreamlike sound is gaining momentum ahead of her festival debut.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 4:00pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of shattered glass shards reflecting bright, colorful lights, creating a dazzling, abstract visual metaphor for the vibrant energy and glamour of Flowerovlove's musical style.The shimmering, high-energy textures of Flowerovlove's music are poised to captivate audiences at this year's Coachella festival.NYC Today

As her star continues to rise, 24-year-old singer-songwriter Flowerovlove, whose real name is Joyce Cissé, is poised for a major breakthrough at this year's Coachella festival. Born in London, Flowerovlove was discovered as a teenager and initially pursued modeling before realizing her true passion was music. With the support of her brother Wilfred, her closest collaborator, Flowerovlove has crafted a distinct aesthetic and sound that draws inspiration from disco, 80s pop, and contemporary R&B.

Why it matters

Flowerovlove represents a new generation of diverse, self-made pop artists who are challenging the traditional boundaries of the genre. Her rise to prominence also highlights the continued importance of music festivals like Coachella in launching emerging talent and introducing new sounds to mainstream audiences.

The details

Flowerovlove's breakout single 'Breaking News' became a viral hit on TikTok, racking up 1.9 million videos. She has since signed with a major label and is preparing to release her debut full-length project, which she says will explore themes of 'firsts' and growing up. Flowerovlove's unique visual style, which she describes as 'miniskirt warrior,' and her refusal to perform at iconic venues like Madison Square Garden until she feels she's 'earned it' have also contributed to her growing mystique.

  • Flowerovlove is set to perform at Coachella this month (April 2026).
  • She was discovered as a 16-year-old and began posting music videos on TikTok and Instagram.

The players

Flowerovlove

A 24-year-old British-Ivorian singer-songwriter whose real name is Joyce Cissé. She was discovered as a teenager and initially pursued modeling before realizing her true passion was music.

Wilfred Cissé

Flowerovlove's brother and closest collaborator, who produces her music.

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What they’re saying

“I wrote down, 'I'm so grateful I'm playing Coachella,' and I wasn't playing Coachella at the time. I had no contact with the festival at all. I have proof to be able to go back and be like, This actually works. The power of my mind is crazy.”

— Flowerovlove, Singer-songwriter

“There are a lot of singers now, and a lot of TikToks being posted, but it takes time to really craft this brand, to craft this sound, to craft these feelings. I failed so many times, but I'm not even going to count it as a fail. It's in the error where you learn.”

— Flowerovlove, Singer-songwriter

What’s next

Flowerovlove is set to release her debut full-length project in the coming months, which she has described as exploring themes of 'firsts' and growing up.

The takeaway

Flowerovlove's rise represents the continued evolution of pop music, with diverse, self-made artists like herself challenging traditional boundaries and carving out their own unique spaces within the genre. Her Coachella debut will be a key moment in her burgeoning career.