🌟 Doechii Delivers a Star-Making Debut at Osheaga 2025
Swamp Princess reigns supreme on Night One in Montreal
On August 1, 2025, Doechii delivered a career-defining performance at Montreal’s Osheaga Festival—her very first show in Canada. Closing out the Forest (Scotia) stage at 10:10 p.m., she transformed a swamp-themed set into a mesmerizing showcase of rap, R&B, theatricality, and bold political commentary.
🎤 A Visual and Sonic Spectacle
Her stage—planted with greenery and moss—reflected her signature Swamp Princess persona. Elevated nearly 20 feet during the set, she delivered standout verses from tracks like “Nosebleeds,” “Spookie Coochie,” and “Bitch I’m Nice”—all performed live, with minimal backing tracks, thanks to her high-octane presence and DJ Miss Milan’s skillful cuts between songs .
Her voice carried without breaths during rapid-fire flows, and she effortlessly shifted moods—from comedic asides to emotional hooks. Fans cheered her call-and-response energy with tracks like “Denial Is a River,” chanting every line in sync.
✊ Politics, Pride & Performance
Doechii paused mid-set to urge fans to be fearless:
“Ya’ll can’t be scared to stand up for what you believe in… Free Palestine.”
The statement rapidly went viral on TikTok, Reddit, and X, sparking widespread discussion—and firmly cementing her willingness to use the stage for advocacy .
She also extended love to her queer and female fans, cheekily noting, “If your boyfriend hates female rappers, leave him immediately” — earning cheers and applause from a packed audience.
🎶 Biggest Hits & Crowd Favorites
Her set featured career landmarks:
- “Anxiety”, her viral Hot 100 top‑10 hit sampling Gotye, drew a sea of phones and crowd sing-alongs. She professionally thanked Gotye for the sample clearance .
- “Denial Is a River” took on new power with mass participation—the crowd echoed her inner monologue word-for-word .
Technical disruptions cut the performance at 11 p.m. due to Montreal’s hard noise curfew. Doechii chuckled about the cut-off, dropped a thumbs-down to the crowd, and walked off-stage with attitude—leaving fans hungry for more .
🏆 Why It Already Feels Legendary
| Factor | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| First Canadian Appearance | Osheaga delivered her debut north of the border—and it couldn’t have been more electric |
| Grammy Momentum | Riding the wave of her Grammy win for Alligator Bites Never Heal“, she entered as a fully realized headliner energy act |
| Fearless Identity | Bold activism and candid fan interactions showcased her as a multidimensional, outspoken artist |
| Critical Push | Media consensus ranging from Billboard to Exclaim and CultMTL called it a “star‑making set” |
🔜 What’s Next for Doechii
Doechii headlines Lollapalooza in Chicago on August 2, teasing a special guest appearance. Given the Osheaga buzz, fans expect online highlights to catch fire shortly after she hits Chicago earlier in the weekend .
Her next move? It feels destined to be bigger—potential co-headlining roles, festival circuits beyond North America, and possibly a full headline tour. At this rate, her profile is set to skyrocket through 2025 and beyond.
✨ Final Take
Doechii arrived at Osheaga as a rising force—and left showing the world why she belongs on headliner stages. From swampy theatrics and political street energy to raw vocal power and audience connection, her Forest Stage set quickly felt like the moment of the weekend. If there were ever doubt, it’s clear now: Doechii isn’t just performing—she’s leading.
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