Hayley Williams Joins Rico Nasty for Surprise Performance in Los Angeles
Hayley Williams surprised fans by joining Rico Nasty on stage at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles. The Paramore singer performed alongside Rico Nasty in a rendition of the 2020 hit “Smack a Bitch,” from Rico’s debut album Nightmare Vacation.
After sharing vocals and dancing together, the two artists embraced as the crowd erupted with excitement. Rico Nasty told the audience,
“You guys had no idea!”
Williams waved goodbye to the audience as the show concluded.
Tour and Album Context
This concert marked the final stop on Rico Nasty’s Lethal North American tour, which launched in September beginning with Riot Fest. The tour promoted her latest album, Lethal, released in May. It is her third studio album and her first under the Fueled by Ramen label.
Previous Collaboration
Rico Nasty and Hayley Williams had collaborated before in 2023 when Rico appeared at Paramore’s headlining show at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles to perform “Misery Business.” Reflecting on that experience, Rico shared with Billboard,
“It was an amazing experience. And it felt like... my inner child really jumped out. I hadn’t seen her in a while—on stage, backstage, or with the team—so I was like, ‘Wow, this feels nice.’ Then I got to talk to Hayley.”
This surprise live partnership highlights their mutual respect and creativity blending different music styles on stage.
Author’s summary: Hayley Williams joined Rico Nasty in Los Angeles for a surprise performance of “Smack a Bitch,” celebrating their ongoing creative friendship and supporting Rico's latest album tour.