Charli XCX Defends Divisive Glastonbury Performance Amid Autotune Criticism

Charli XCX faced mixed reactions following her June 28, 2025, Glastonbury performance, with many fans criticizing her use of autotune and absence of a traditional live band, calling her one of the worst performers at the festival. In response, Charli XCX defended her artistic choices on social media, dismissing the notion that using autotune or not having a live band makes an artist a 'fraud,' and expressed that she enjoys the divisive and confrontational discourse her art provokes. She described such controversy as a sign of impactful art, preferring it over music that is easily understood and forgettable. Charli also acknowledged the 'boomer vibe' comments and found them fascinating, further embracing the conversation around her performance. Her set featured songs from her latest album, Brat, including hits like "Apple" and "Von Dutch," and she has recently collaborated with artists like Dua Lipa and the electronic duo Air. Previously, Charli had admitted that her reliance on autotune affected her singing abilities, making it a defining element of her musical identity.