Doja Cat's stunning Vie era debut on SNL leaves fans in awe
returned with a bang on October 4, bringing together two of the biggest names in music for one unforgettable episode. Doja Cat made her debut as the musical guest, while global superstar Bad Bunny took over as host. The episode had everything, music, comedy, and moments that had everyone talking online.
Doja Cat has always been known for her unique style and powerful stage presence, but her SNL performance took things to another level.
She performed two new songs from Vie, her fourth studio album, “Gorgeous” and “Aaahhh Man.” Both showcased a darker and more experimental sound that fans hadn’t seen from her before. The stage was dimly lit, the design moody, and the focus stayed entirely on her voice. It was raw, intimate, and filled with emotion. As soon as Doja finished her set, social media lit up with reactions. Fans praised everything, from her vocals to her confidence on stage.
One fan wrote, “Both performances were polar opposites. I love the versatility, but which character am I supposed to be invested in… it’s like if Rihanna performed Loud and Talk That Talk in the same hour.”
Both performances were polar opposites.. i love the versatility but which character am I supposed to be invested in… its like if Rihanna performed loud and talk that talk in the same hour…
— Djfreak (@Djfreak666) October 5, 2025
Another said, “Well, she's amazing, and the performance was incredible.”
Well she's amazing and performance was incredible 👏
— Dai Zzy (@daizzy134) October 5, 2025
Someone else added, “Doja Cat performing ‘Gorgeous’ on SNL… She doesn’t just sing; she owns the stage.” Another fan joked, “This song has gone triple dipple cripple platinum in my house, and this just made it even better.”
Doja Cat performing “Gorgeous” on SNL…
— Elara ✨🌙 (@HelloElara) October 5, 2025
She doesn’t just sing, she owns the stage. 👑🎤#DojaCat #SNLpic.twitter.com/3L9hKnBHdG
This song has gone triple dipple cripple platinum in my house and this just made it even better #DojaCat https://t.co/q7PXPvgcja
— slizzard (@superwhale358) October 5, 2025
One added, “The thing is that Doja Cat is the performer of the decade, our versatile queen.”
The thing is that Doja Cat is the performer of the decade, our versatile queen pic.twitter.com/ythzIZI6Hj
— D⊹jaCatFsA ♡ (@DojaCatFsA) October 5, 2025
While most comments were full of love, a few pointed out how spooky and cinematic the performance felt. “When I first heard this song, I was like, ‘It’s very Halloween-coded’, and with this performance, it’s definitely giving that lol,” one user said.
When I first heard this song I was like it’s very ‘HalloweenCodded’ - & w this performance it’s definitely giving that lol pic.twitter.com/I0nTb67jie
— The Jawn (@Zhubetta) October 5, 2025
Several fans tried to break down Doja Cat’s look and performances, drawing creative comparisons to iconic characters. One user wrote, “Doja Cat said she gonna give Poison Ivy & Harley Quinn.” Her red, rose-covered outfit and throne reminded many of Poison Ivy, with its floral and thorny theme. Meanwhile, her second, punk-inspired look, featuring bright yellow hair and edgy styling, was compared to Harley Quinn, especially Margot Robbie’s version in Birds of Prey, known for her colorful jacket and wild stage energy.
Doja cat said she gonna give Poison Ivy & Harley Quinn pic.twitter.com/xT2EmxghzW
— Steven (@steventphoto) October 5, 2025
Doja’s set design also caught fans’ attention, especially her rose throne. The artistic seat quickly became one of the most talked-about elements of her performance. Viewers couldn’t stop admiring it, with one commenting, “@DojaCat’s rose throne looks cool!”
Another added, “Doja Cat looked so gorgeous with this huge Rose!” Fans are now hoping she brings the same setup to her upcoming tour.
Doja Cat looked so gorgeous with this huge Rose! #SNL pic.twitter.com/tOOBh8F0gg
— Josh ❤️#Superman & #DWTS & #TAR #BlackLivesMatter (@supermangeek101) October 5, 2025
Following her SNL moment, Doja Cat is gearing up for her biggest adventure yet, her Ma Vie World Tour. The global run will start in late 2025, taking her across continents before she hits North America in October 2026. Cities like Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Seattle, Toronto, and New York are all on the list, with the final stop at Madison Square Garden on December 1, 2026.