Drake reacts with a crying emoji after Coachella's 2027 lineup excludes him as headliner—despite October rumors he was in talks to headline the festival.
- November 12, 2026
AceShowbiz - Drake appeared visibly emotional following the official announcement of the 2027 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival lineup, which notably excluded his name as a headliner. The festival organizers revealed the lineup on November 11, 2026, via Coachella's official Instagram account.
The roster features several prominent artists including Don Toliver, SZA, Mariah The Scientist, Fetty Wap, Nettspend, Xaviersobased, Freddie Gibbs, EsDeeKid, and Murda Beatz. However, the absence of Drake sparked speculation among fans and critics alike.
In response to the announcement, Drake reacted in the comment section with a crying face emoji, which many interpreted as a sign of disappointment. This reaction followed widespread rumors in October suggesting that Drake was in talks to headline the festival. Industry insiders had reported that he was "said to be in the Coachella discussion," fueling hopes of his return to the desert stage.
If Drake had headlined, it would have marked over a decade since his last headlining performance at Coachella in 2015. He also made a surprise appearance during fellow artist Future's set in 2017. Despite this year's omission, Drake confirmed plans for a major tour in 2027 to promote his three recent albums: Iceman, Maid of Honour, and Habibti.
Back in September, Drake told Etalk Canada that a tour was definitely on the horizon for 2027, expressing excitement about seeing fans worldwide again. This announcement reassured his followers that while Coachella might not feature him, his live performances will continue prominently next year.
The 2027 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival is scheduled to take place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, over two weekends: April 9-11 and April 16-18. Tickets are set to go on sale starting November 13 at 3 p.m. EST.
Fans eagerly await the upcoming festival dates, while also anticipating Drake's tour, which promises to showcase his latest projects and maintain his prominent presence in the music scene throughout 2027.
This article is based on reporting originally published by Xxlmag.
