Halsey Gives Debut Live Performance of ‘Safeword’ at Sips and Sounds: WATCH

Halsey gave her first ever performance of her latest single, “Safeword.”

The 30-year-old singer headlined the first night of Sips and Sounds Festival at Auditorium Shores in Austin, Texas. During her hour-long set, she performed her hits from each of her records and eras. From suggesting that “You Should Be Sad,” needs an official country line dance, to her rock hits, and electronic singalongs, her setlist provided something for every music fan.

Halsey asked the crowd if she could teach the crowd something and to repeat it. She screamed, “You’re not the boss of me!” To which the crowd went wild. After she and the audience went back and forth a few times, then she said, “Well maybe I am,” before launching into the new song.

Halsey gave an electric performance of the rock-alternative track which had her head banging, hair flipping, and jumping around the stage. Donning her natural curls paired with cowboy boots and a baby doll dress, she left the fans ready to see her upcoming For My Last Trick Tour. The North American tour is set to kick off on May 10 at the Toyota Pavilion in Concord, California.

Watch Halsey’s fulll performance of “Safeword,” below.

Sips and Sounds 2025

The Sips & Sounds Music Festival returned to the Auditorium Shores on March 7-8. For Coca-Cola’s third annual year, the lineup features prominent artists such as Khalid, Benson Boone, and AJR. The festival will showcase 17 artists over two days, offering attendees a diverse musical experience. In addition to live performances, the event will include interactive activations and a selection of local food vendors. Tickets are available for purchase, with options for single-day or two-day passes. If you’re not in Texas, the festival is offering a free livestream on its website to watch all of the performances from your home.