Nora Fatehi made her U.S. television debut on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" on November 19, 2025, with a performance of her song "What Do I Know (Just A Girl)" alongside Jamaican singer Shenseea. The performance was met with positive reactions online, with many praising Fatehi for representing India on such a prominent stage.
Fatehi shared images from the performance on Instagram, including a picture with Jimmy Fallon and Shenseea. The caption read: "TONIGHT: @norafatehi ft. @shenseea perform 'What Do I Know? (Just A Girl)'! #FallonTonight". She also shared clips on her Instagram Stories, expressing her excitement about her debut on the show.
"What Do I Know (Just A Girl)" was released under 5 Junction Records/Warner Records. Billboard praised the track, noting that it "explores femininity, power and sensuality through a global pop lens". The song was written by Grammy-nominated Justin Tranter and is said to highlight Fatehi's strengths as a performer. The music video, directed by Arrad, has garnered over 30 million views.
Fatehi said she was excited to share "What Do I Know (Just A Girl)" with the world, adding that the song marks the start of her "pop girl era". "And diving into this new sound has been such an inspiring journey. Shenseea and I poured our hearts into every part of it — from recording the vocals to nailing the choreography for the music video. I couldn't be prouder of what we created together!" she stated.
This appearance places Fatehi among other Indian artists who have graced the stage of "The Tonight Show," including Diljit Dosanjh and Karan Aujla.
Nora Fatehi, born in Toronto to Moroccan parents before moving to India, has become a global star, showcasing her talents in dancing, singing, and acting in numerous films. She made her acting debut in the Hindi film 'Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans' in 2014. She gained recognition in Telugu films and has also appeared in Malayalam films. In 2019, she released her first international English song "Pepeta" with Tanzanian musician Rayvanny. In 2022, she featured in "Light The Sky," a song for the FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Fatehi's performance on "The Tonight Show" featured sharp choreography and a confident stage presence. She wore a red crop top with matching cutout trousers and gloves. The episode also featured Ed Sheeran and Cynthia Erivo.
