Latto Turns Heads in All-Black Look at Roots Picnic — But the Performance Falls a Little Flat
Latto may have missed the mark on stage at Roots Picnic this weekend, but one thing’s for sure: she definitely understood the assignment when it came to the fashion.
The Atlanta rapper stepped onto the Philadelphia festival stage in an all-black, skin-tight ensemble that served both attitude and allure. The outfit featured a sleek halter-style top that showed off her toned shoulders and back, paired with matching high-waisted black leggings that hugged her curves and added to the effortlessly fierce vibe. She completed the look with her signature long, platinum-blonde hair, styled in soft waves that cascaded over her shoulders, and a full glam beat that gave “rap star chic” from every angle.
With that kind of look, Latto didn’t just arrive — she commanded attention.
But while her appearance had fans snapping photos and flooding Instagram stories, the performance itself didn’t quite deliver on the same level. Despite a catalog full of bangers — from “Big Energy” to “Put It On Da Floor” — her set lacked the spark and stage presence many have come to expect from her.
Fans noticed that the energy felt low, the transitions between songs were a bit choppy, and her crowd interaction left a lot to be desired. For an artist known for her confidence and charisma, this appearance felt unusually dialed back.
“Love Latto, but this set just wasn’t it,” one attendee posted on X (formerly Twitter). “She looked good as hell though. I’ll give her that.”
Others were more forgiving, chalking it up to an off day. “Not every performance is going to be a 10,” another fan wrote. “She still ate the fit and the vocals weren’t terrible, just not hype.”
To be fair, festivals like Roots Picnic — which draw huge crowds and eclectic lineups — can be a challenge even for seasoned performers. From sound issues to tight scheduling, there’s a lot going on behind the scenes that fans don’t always see. And while Latto didn’t necessarily bomb, this particular performance just didn’t land with the impact it could have.
Still, it’s worth noting that Latto’s confidence didn’t seem to waver. She carried herself like a headliner and gave moments of sass and swagger throughout the show, even if the execution wasn’t her strongest. Plus, with the summer festival season just heating up, there’s plenty of time for her to bounce back and remind fans why she’s one of the biggest names in female rap today.
In the end, Latto walked away from Roots Picnic as a certified style star — even if the mic wasn’t fully on her side this time.
And if nothing else, she proved the golden rule of performing: when all else fails, serve looks.