Dua Lipa and Billie Joe Armstrong Perform Stunning Duet
Dua Lipa recently featured Green Day’s frontman Billie Joe Armstrong in a remarkable performance during her Radical Optimism tour. This event took place over the weekend at the Chase Center in San Francisco, where the duo delivered a stunning rendition of the band’s renowned song, “Wake Me Up When September Ends,” released in 2004.
Dua Lipa and Billie Joe Armstrong’s Duet
Before the performance, Dua Lipa energized the crowd by asking, “San Francisco, how you feeling?” She expressed her excitement about featuring a surprise song by a local artist each night. In her introduction, she highlighted the vibrant music scene of San Francisco, mentioning how one band particularly inspired her choice.
The evening marked Dua Lipa’s second show at the Chase Center. The prior night, she honored another Bay Area icon by covering “Piece of My Heart,” a classic from Janis Joplin’s band, Big Brother & the Holding Company.
Regular Collaborations During the Tour
Dua Lipa has been known to surprise fans with special performances throughout her Radical Optimism tour. Recently, she was joined by Gwen Stefani onstage at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. Together, they performed the No Doubt classic “Don’t Speak.” Lipa shared her admiration for Stefani, noting how the artist has influenced her music and style.
Upcoming Shows and Future Projects
Dua Lipa has two remaining shows in Seattle for her North American leg of the tour. Following these performances, she plans to travel to South America and Mexico throughout November and early December.
In a recent interview, Lipa disclosed that she is collaborating once again with acclaimed producer Mark Ronson. She expressed her excitement about their partnership, emphasizing how inspired she feels working with him. However, she did not give any hints about the upcoming music.
- Duet Performance: “Wake Me Up When September Ends” with Billie Joe Armstrong
- Location: Chase Center, San Francisco
- Previous Night’s Tribute: Covered “Piece of My Heart,” honoring Janis Joplin
- Tour Duration: Radical Optimism tour in North America concludes in Seattle, followed by South America and Mexico
- Future Collaborations: Working with Mark Ronson on new music
