Bridgers Covers Nirvana 'Lithium' for BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge

Singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers delivered a striking acoustic cover of Nirvana's "Lithium" during a recent performance for BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge, reimagining the iconic grunge track just days before she was forced to postpone a series of United Kingdom concerts due to a sudden health issue. The performance, recorded in London, featured the haunting rendition alongside two songs from her newly released album, "Lost Weekend."

Bridgers' interpretation strips the 1991 hit of its original abrasive energy, transforming it into a minimalist folk-pop piece that highlights the poetic lyrics of Kurt Cobain. The session aired on August 19, 2026, as part of her promotional activities in the UK. She also performed "Lost Boys," the lead single from her new record, and the fan-favorite track "Bobby." This marked one of the first public performances of "Bobby," given that mobile phones have been banned from her concerts this year.

The Live Lounge appearance preceded Bridgers' public disclosure of a health setback. She revealed on social media that she had developed appendicitis, which led to the cancellation of her intimate UK shows scheduled for that week. "I got appendicitis for my...