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Lola Young Discusses Recovery After Onstage Collapse and Addiction Treatment

artist · 2026-03-31

British singer-songwriter Lola Young has spoken about her journey toward recovery following a health scare. In an interview with Rolling Stone, she described fainting during a performance at the All Things Go Music Festival in New York City in September as a turning point. This incident led her to cancel the rest of her tour, which included 21 stops in North America and was promoting her third album, 'I’m Only F— Myself,' with planned final shows at the Hollywood Palladium in December. Instead, Young entered a holistic treatment facility for two months, focusing on psychotherapy for addiction to cocaine and alcohol. She is now participating in 12-step meetings and working with a sponsor. Young apologized to fans on social media for the cancellations, expressing hope for a second chance after focusing on her health. She acknowledged some anger from fans but emphasized the necessity of her decision to avoid severe consequences. This was not her first health issue; at the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival in 2025, she struggled with heat and visible discomfort during a performance. Young has been open about her addiction struggles in her music, such as in the song 'd£aler,' which addresses substance use. In a separate interview with the Times UK, she confirmed her ongoing recovery process, stating she is improving but not yet fully recovered. The article also mentions unrelated news about other celebrities, but the focus remains on Young's personal and professional developments.

Key facts

  • Lola Young collapsed onstage at the All Things Go Music Festival in New York City in September.
  • She canceled a 21-stop North American tour supporting her third album, 'I’m Only F— Myself.'
  • Young spent two months in a holistic addiction treatment facility prioritizing psychotherapy.
  • She is now attending 12-step meetings and working with a sponsor.
  • Young apologized to fans on social media for tour cancellations and sought a second chance.
  • She has been candid about struggles with cocaine and alcohol addiction, reflected in her lyrics.
  • At Coachella in 2025, Young experienced health issues due to high temperatures during her performance.
  • In an interview with the Times UK, she confirmed her recovery is an ongoing process.

Entities

Artists

  • Lola Young

Institutions

  • Rolling Stone
  • Times UK
  • All Things Go Music Festival
  • Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival
  • Hollywood Palladium

Locations

  • New York City
  • North America

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