Hayley Williams Joins Rico Nasty on Stage in Los Angeles
Rico Nasty invited Hayley Williams as a surprise guest during her concert at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles. The Paramore singer joined Rico for a live performance of the 2020 hit “Smack a Bitch,” from Rico’s debut album Nightmare Vacation.
After sharing vocals and dancing, the two artists embraced to the cheers of the crowd. Rico excitedly told fans,
“You guys had no idea!”
Williams waved goodbye as the show concluded.
Final Stop of Lethal North American Tour
This concert marked the last date of Rico Nasty’s Lethal North American Tour, which began in September with a Riot Fest performance. The tour promoted her latest album Lethal, released in May—her third full-length project and first under the Fueled by Ramen label.
Previous Collaboration with Hayley Williams
Rico and Williams previously performed together in 2023 when Rico appeared at Paramore’s headline concert at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. Rico joined Paramore on stage to perform their hit single “Misery Business.”
Rico later shared with Billboard, “It was an amazing experience. My inner child really jumped out. I hadn’t seen her in a while—on stage or backstage among the team. It felt nice. Then I got to talk to Hayley.”
Their collaboration highlights a continued mutual respect and connection between the artists.
Author's Summary
Hayley Williams surprised fans by joining Rico Nasty in Los Angeles, contributing to a memorable final tour show that showed their growing artistic bond.