Hayley Williams Joins Rico Nasty for Surprise Performance in Los Angeles
Rico Nasty surprised fans at her Fonda Theatre show in Los Angeles by inviting Hayley Williams on stage. The Paramore frontwoman joined Rico for a lively performance of “Smack a Bitch,” a 2020 hit from Rico’s debut album Nightmare Vacation. The two shared vocals and danced together, ending the act with a warm embrace as the crowd cheered.
“You guys had no idea!” Rico exclaimed to the excited audience as Williams waved goodbye.
Tour Details and Album Support
This Los Angeles show was the final date of Rico Nasty’s Lethal North American tour, which began in September at Riot Fest. The tour supported her latest album, Lethal, released in May. This record is her third full-length and the first under the Fueled By Ramen label.
Previous Collaboration Between Artists
Rico and Williams previously shared the stage in 2023 during Paramore’s headline concert at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. Rico performed Paramore’s hit “Misery Business” alongside the band. Reflecting on that experience, Rico told Billboard:
“It was an amazing experience. And it felt like, I don’t know, my inner child really jumped out. And I hadn’t seen her in a while. Like I hadn’t seen her in a while on stage. I hadn’t seen her in a while backstage, like amongst the team like that. So I was like, ‘Wow, like this feels nice.’ And then I got to talk to Hayley.”
This recent performance further highlights the growing creative connection between the two artists.
Summary
Hayley Williams’ surprise appearance with Rico Nasty brings a joyful collaboration that celebrates their musical chemistry and shared history on stage.