Palestinian rapper Saint Levant, who’s known for his online videos, performed at Coachella for the first time.
Palestinian rapper Saint Levant, who rose to fame with his viral videos, brought his infectious beats and a powerful message of solidarity for Gaza to Coachella.
Despite playing at the same time as a highly anticipated reunion, Saint Levant packed the festival’s Gobi Tent with fans waving Palestinian flags and sporting keffiyehs.
The energetic performance resonated deeply, as many attendees, like 32-year-old Syrian-Lebanese festival-goer Mustafa Arch, expressed it was the highlight of their weekend.
Saint Levant leveraged the platform to speak out about the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the broader situation in Palestine.
He highlighted the human cost of the conflict and the long-standing occupation. This resonated with audience members like Yara Brenton, a 43-year-old attendee, who emphasized the importance of Palestinian voices being heard at major events like Coachella. She pointed out that Saint Levant’s performance was a significant step forward in raising awareness for Palestine.