She apologized to her audience and highlighted that the mishap was beyond her control.
Grimes faced a challenging moment during her 2024 Coachella performance when a major technical error disrupted her set. The issue arose when her backing track played at twice the intended speed, causing visible frustration for the artist.
Despite multiple attempts to restart her song “Music 4 Machines,” the technical difficulties persisted, leading to Grimes expressing her distress. “This is a difficult thing to explain but we’re having a major technical error,” she explained to the crowd.
Later, she added in exasperation, “I’m trying to think. I’m not good enough at math for this s—.” The singer, known for her eclectic style and electronic music, was compelled to end her set early. The incident left fans and the artist alike disappointed, overshadowing what was anticipated to be a standout performance.
Grimes’s ordeal at Coachella serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of live performances and the pressure artists face when technical issues arise.
