At London’s O2 Arena on Thursday night, “Brat” wasn’t just a word, or the name of Charli XCX’s wildly successful album — it was a way of life. Looking out at the sea of people who packed the sold-out show,

What began as excitement for Charli XCX’s breakout album Brat, which came out in June, became fused with the excitement surrounding Kamala Harris’s entry into the presidential race in July. But an autumnal reckoning lay ahead.

Charli XCX announces 2025 'Brat' tour making stops at five arenas in North America in April and May 2025. She recently completed the 'Sweat' tour.

Charli xcx has enjoyed a truly stellar year. Released in June, her sixth BRAT album wasn't just an instant pop classic, but a cultural moment that became a meme, a mindset and a way of life. In October,

Charli XCX debuted a number of fan favorites during her Manchester and London shows, paying tribute to late friend and collaborator SOPHIE in the process.

Charli XCX turned London’s O2 Arena into a dazzling celebration of music, fashion, and self-expression on Thursday night, as she delivered an electrifying performance to a sold-out crowd.