Grammy-winning producer and singer-songwriter Finneas recently surprised fans with a rendition of Paramore’s 200 hits “Crushcrushcrush”, collaborating with Hayley Williams. The unexpected collaboration and cover have gained a lot of attention online with fans praising the artists for their unique interpretation of the class song. The artists appeared at the  ‘G*ve a F*ck LA’ benefit concert on February 5. The gig took place at the Hollywood Palladium to help fundraise relief efforts for the LA wildfires. 

Williams performed two songs: a cover of “Daylight” and “All Is Full of Love”. Originally featured on Paramore’s Riot! album, “Cruchcrushcrush” was one of the band’s biggest hits. Hayley Williams and Ken Andrews Join Forces to Cover Failure’s “Daylight” and Björk’s “All Is Full Of Love” at G*VE A F*CK Los Angeles Benefit Concert Blending pop and punk. Finneas is best known for his collaborations with his sister, Billie Eilish.Billie Eilish & Finneas Team Up With Schoolchildren To Pen New Single “I’m Just A Polar Bear” According to NME, it marked seven years since the last time Hayley Williams performed making the performance a huge deal. Her unmistakable vocals and the blending with Finneas’s harmonies just show raw emotion and undeniable talent. 

Fans of both artists flooded social media with praise. Many fans expressed their excitement towards Williams. Hayley Williams of Paramore Teases First Solo Shows in Notes App MessageWhile neither artist has confirmed any future projects together, the success of “Crushcrushcrush” has left many fans wondering if the artists will ever collaborate again. Both musicians are known for their genre-blending talents and have made it far in the industry. The beautiful cover is a testament to ageless music such as Paramore’s and the magic that can be created years later. 

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