Billie Eilish Breaks, Mends Our Hearts With The Only Exception Paramore Cover

Published: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 12:33 am

Billie Eilish Delivers Heartfelt Cover of Paramore's "The Only Exception" in Paris

Parisian fans were treated to a special moment during Billie Eilish's "Hit Me Hard and Soft" show on Tuesday. The singer-songwriter performed a cover of Paramore's emotionally charged track, "The Only Exception," a song known for its vulnerability. Eilish delivered the cover while seated on a stool, captivating the audience who enthusiastically joined in on the chorus.

This performance marks another instance of Eilish covering a song with deep emotional resonance. In 2023, Eilish previously joined Paramore on stage during their North American tour, performing "All I Wanted." The collaboration between the artists extends back further, with Hayley Williams of Paramore joining Eilish at Coachella in 2022. During that performance, Williams performed an acoustic version of Paramore's "Misery Business" during Eilish's headlining set and provided backing vocals on Eilish's "Happier Than Ever."

Hayley Williams has previously expressed admiration for Eilish, highlighting the challenges faced by artists in the current fast-paced music industry. Williams acknowledged the pressures of fame and expressed her happiness for Eilish's success, noting the importance of a supportive environment.

Eilish's recent performances also include a cover of Radiohead's "Creep" during a show in Amsterdam. Following the conclusion of her European tour in late July, Eilish is scheduled to perform in Japan in mid-August. She will then return to the United States in mid-October for a series of shows, including stops in Miami, Charlotte, Long Island, New Orleans, Austin, Phoenix, and San Francisco.

BNN's Perspective: The continued collaboration between Eilish and Paramore, and her choice of emotionally resonant covers, highlights a trend of artists connecting with their audience through shared experiences of vulnerability. This approach resonates with a generation that values authenticity and emotional depth in music.

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