Witness Olivia Rodrigo and David Byrne from Talking Heads performing together at the Governors Ball, captured in a viral video clip.
Day 2 of Gov Ball 2025 Kicks Off with a Hiccup, Ends with a Bang
The second day of Gov Ball 2025 began with a smidge of trouble due to a climate delay, but it was soon forgotten as Olivia Rodrigo and David Byrne stole the show.
Olivia, taking the stage as the Saturday headliner, enthralled spectators with her poignant pop ballads, leaving many with a tear in their eye during "Driver's License." But the real surprise came when she called out none other than the Talking Heads' frontman, causing the crowd to erupt in cheers.
Were you missing out due to the weather? Fear not! Witness the viral moment right here:
A Stellar Surprise Collaboration at Gov Ball
In a move that took everyone by surprise, Olivia invited David Byrne, the legendary icon, to jam with her. The dynamic duo took it to another level as theyrocked "Burning Down the House." Check it out:
This unanticipated performance has left us certain that this will be the most memorable moment of 2025.
Fun fact: The Talking Heads released a music video for "Psycho Killer" a few days before, featuring Saoirse Ronan in a captivating lead role. Director Mike Mills found the experience quite exhilarating.
"[It's a] thirteen-day shoot, each day with an intense emotional pull that she embraced in every iteration," he shared with Variety. "Half the time was spent on changes, irritation, and tantrums. It was pretty intense."
Get a load of it:
Fast forward to Sunday, June 8, where Hozier will be wrapping up this year's event with a bang. Catch more on Gov Ball 2025 in our guide. Until then, we'll be reliving this shocking yet spectacular collaboration!
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On Day 2 of Gov Ball 2025, the unexpected collaboration between Olivia Rodrigo and David Byrne elevated the event with a performance reminiscent of the Talking Heads' iconic song, "Burning Down the House." Their impromptu team-up shone as a highlight of 2025's pop-culture entertainment calendar.
