Paramore, led by Hayley Williams, has publicly declined an honor from the Tennessee House of Representatives meant to celebrate the band's recent Grammy achievements, in protest against the GOP-led House's refusal to pass a similar resolution honoring fellow Grammy winner Allison Russell. The band's rejection of the honor is a stance against what they describe as the 'blatant racism' exhibited by the state's leadership. A Tennessee Democrat had initially proposed resolutions to honor both Tennessee-based Grammy winners, but only Paramore's resolution was passed. In statements across various media outlets, Williams and Paramore have expressed their solidarity with Russell, emphasizing the importance of unity and inclusivity. Hayley Williams, in a statement, also extended congratulations to Allison Russell for her Grammy night success and acknowledged her efforts in using her voice and artistry to bring people together, especially noting the significance during Black History Month, with a closing remark, 'Happy Black History Month.'
Paramore's Hayley Williams Rejects Tennessee Honor in Solidarity With Allison Russell: "The Blatant Racism of Our State Leadership is Embarrassing and ... https://t.co/fRrWb0fc1T
Paramore will not accept an honor from the Tennessee House of Representatives for their recent Grammy win until fellow winner Allison Russell is 'given the same recognition': 'Blatant racism.' https://t.co/13cWAbcJxz
Paramore's Haley Williams Accuses Tennessee Lawmakers Of Racism Over Snub Of Allison Russell https://t.co/Dp2vLkiEpO https://t.co/FEnwH4PDU0
Paramore have rejected Tennessee’s Grammy win proclamation in solidarity with Allison Russell. https://t.co/4Pz3Uzymyw https://t.co/5eWRXe409N
Paramore has declined a Tennessee resolution celebrating the band for their recent Grammy wins after the state’s GOP-led House of Representatives snubbed fellow winner Allison Russell. https://t.co/mmS8fDB9J2
Paramore Rebukes Grammy Congrats From Tennessee Legislature After GOP Nixes Same Honor for Allison Russell: ‘The Blatant Racism Is Embarrassing’ (@ChrisWillman - @Variety) https://t.co/Kc7tE5jJ7k
In a statement, Hayley Williams wrote: "Thank you to Allison Russell for using your voice and artistry to band people together, not tear them apart. CONGRATS on your incredible Grammy night. On behalf of Paramore, Happy Black History Month." https://t.co/YIOg6cW604
Paramore's Hayley Williams has called out the Tennessee House of Representatives' "blatant racism" for blocking a resolution honoring fellow Grammy winner, Allison Russell: https://t.co/3M1qfYJ0LG https://t.co/LsjPv89hei
Paramore's Hayley Williams has called out the Tennessee House of Representatives's "blatant racism" for blocking a resolution honoring fellow Grammy winner, Allison Russell: https://t.co/3M1qfYJ0LG https://t.co/hFi43K5bQO
Paramore is balking at the idea of singularly getting an honor from the Tennessee legislature celebrating the band’s Grammy accomplishments, after the GOP-led House snubbed fellow winner Allison Russell for a similar resolution. “The blatant racism of our state leadership is…
A Tennessee Democrat proposed resolutions to honor Tennessee-based Grammy winners @Paramore and Allison Russell. The state's House of Representatives passed only the Paramore resolution, and the band is not willing to accept that. ↓ https://t.co/tufvYYrOr5
The Tennessee House of Representatives approved an honor for Paramore but blocked honoring Allison Russell. Hayley Williams and Co. aren't having it. "The blatant racism of our state leadership is embarrassing and cruel." More: https://t.co/D0xqWpLif6 https://t.co/sSHeamn9xy
Paramore Rebukes Grammy Congrats From Tennessee Legislature After GOP Nixes Same Honor for Allison Russell: 'The Blatant Racism Is Embarrassing' https://t.co/UUcGxTJj7y
.@paramore reject Tennessee honor denied to Allison Russell (@outsidechild13): "The blatant racism of our state leadership is embarrassing" https://t.co/dLcZoBmlma
A Tennessee Republican blocked an attempt to honor Allison Russell, an artist who won her first Grammy for the song "Eve Was Black." A similar resolution honoring the band Paramore was approved without objection. https://t.co/zSgMMSY6uf
A Tennessee House Republican leader blocked state Rep. Justin Jones' resolution honoring Allison Russell, a singer-songwriter who won her first Grammy for her performance of the song "Eve Was Black." https://t.co/8uyiDwl0kx
Tennessee House GOP Blocks Proclamation Honoring Grammy Winner Allison Russell, After Letting Similar Measure for Paramore Pass https://t.co/R6Ii8LH3jP
Tennessee’s House Republican Caucus Chair has objected to a resolution honoring Allison Russell for her first Grammy win, but not Paramore: https://t.co/xwnFKFGaCO https://t.co/nuwIy3iQrV