Dua Lipa Brings Out Jamiroquai at Wembley Debut
Dua Lipa made an unforgettable debut at Wembley Stadium with a surprise appearance by Jamiroquai’s Jay Kay, marking a major milestone in her career and delivering a euphoric two-hour set packed with hits and heartfelt moments.
Performing to a crowd of 70,000, the 29-year-old pop star paused mid-show to introduce Jay Kay, who joined her for a high-energy rendition of Jamiroquai’s 1996 classic Virtual Insanity.
“He’s a massive trailblazer for British music,” Lipa told the crowd, before the stage lit up with a nostalgic rush of funk and cheers, especially from older fans.
“This is such a massive milestone for me,” she said emotionally. “I’ve had a lump in my throat from the moment this show started.”
Many fans had camped out in intense heat since Thursday to witness the moment, which Lipa acknowledged with sincere gratitude: “It feels like I’ve waited my whole life for this.”
Reflecting on her journey, Lipa recalled her first London show a decade ago, performed to just 350 people. “To be in front of 70,000 people… I’m so, so blown away.” She then launched into Hotter Than Hell, the track that secured her first record deal.
The concert opened with oceanic soundscapes that melted into Training Season, setting the tone for a slick, non-stop disco-pop experience.
Her voice—rich, resonant, and tinged with her father’s signature rasp—shone on songs like Falling Forever and Maria.
Throughout the night, Lipa mixed polished choreography with spontaneous fan interactions—posing for selfies, signing vinyl records, and even borrowing a fan’s scarf mid-performance.
Her command of the stage, without relying on flashy tech or gimmicks, proved why she’s only the second British woman to headline Wembley, after Adele.
The show ended with a vibrant four-song encore featuring New Rules, Don’t Start Now, and Dance The Night, before closing with the explosive Houdini—complete with fireworks and a dramatic vanishing act in a cloud of smoke.
Affordable by today’s stadium standards (top tickets were £155), Lipa’s Wembley debut emphasized music, movement, and connection over spectacle.
It was the performance of a pop star confidently stepping into her prime.
Her Radical Optimism tour continues with a second Wembley show on Saturday, then heads to Liverpool and back to London, before launching in North America this September.
Dua Lipa Brings Out Jamiroquai at Wembley Debut