Charli XCX Responds to Autotune Criticism at Glastonbury

Charli XCX headlined the Other Stage at Glastonbury 2025, delivering a dynamic set featuring hits like "Von Dutch," "365," and "I Love It," along with a guest appearance by Gracie Abrams as the festival's Apple girl. While the live crowd responded enthusiastically, some viewers criticized her use of autotune and absence of a traditional backing band, accusing her of lip-syncing and questioning her authenticity. Charli responded on social media, dismissing these critiques as "boring" and embracing the divisive nature of her art, emphasizing that confrontational and evolving culture is more interesting than conventional, easily understood music. She also highlighted positive reviews, including a five-star rating from The Guardian, and expressed appreciation for the ongoing discourse around her performance. The set was noted for its theatrical elements, including a burning Brat sign and on-stage rain, underscoring Charli's distinctive hyperpop style and refusal to conform to traditional music norms. The festival concluded with Olivia Rodrigo set to headline the final night.