Lily Allen debuted several tracks from her critically acclaimed album, ‘West End Girl,’ at a performance in Los Angeles on Wednesday, January 7. The intimate set took place at the Chateau Marmont during a launch party for Chanel’s Coco Crush jewellery line.
New Material and Familiar Favorites
According to Setlist.FM, Allen’s five-song performance included the first-ever live renditions of ‘Tennis’ and ‘Just Enough,’ alongside previously debuted tracks ‘Sleepwalking’ and ‘Madeline’ – both initially performed on Saturday Night Live last month. The set also featured the highly anticipated live debut of ‘Pussy Palace.’
Footage circulating online shows Allen laughing along with the audience as they sang the lyrics to the explicit ‘Pussy Palace,’ which details the discovery of “sex toys, butt plugs, lube [and] hundreds of Trojans” in a partner’s bag.
Context and Ongoing Tour
‘West End Girl’ was released following the end of Allen’s marriage to actor David Harbour, and has been described by NME as a “vicious, vulnerable and victorious comeback.” The album’s release has been accompanied by considerable public attention, including reports that Harbour is allegedly “furious” at Allen over the album’s content and the creation of NSFW USB drives shaped like the items referenced in ‘Pussy Palace.’
Allen is currently preparing for a series of UK and Ireland arena shows this summer, where she will perform ‘West End Girl’ in full, following smaller live gigs in March. She also headlined London’s Mighty Hoopla 2026 last November, selling over 35,000 tickets in just 30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What songs did Lily Allen perform at the Chateau Marmont?
Lily Allen performed ‘Sleepwalking,’ ‘Madeline,’ ‘Tennis,’ ‘Just Enough,’ and ‘Pussy Palace’ at the Chateau Marmont.
Where did Lily Allen debut ‘Pussy Palace’ live?
Lily Allen gave ‘Pussy Palace’ its live debut at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles on January 7.
What is the background to Lily Allen’s album ‘West End Girl’?
‘West End Girl’ was written and recorded following the breakdown of Lily Allen’s marriage to David Harbour, after allegations of infidelity.
Given the momentum surrounding ‘West End Girl’ and Allen’s upcoming tour dates, how might this period of intense public and personal scrutiny shape her future artistic direction?