Good Hang with Amy Poehler Hayley Williams
Dec 2, 2025
Hayley Williams, the ambitious frontwoman of Paramore, dives into her vibrant career and personal growth. She shares memories of singing as a child to soothe her anxiety and reflects on the challenges of hitting those iconic high notes live. Hayley discusses navigating femininity in the punk scene, inspired by icons like Joan Jett. With a mix of humor and sincerity, she talks about touring rituals and the physical toll of performances, all while revealing her eclectic music tastes and current collaborations. A heartfelt exploration of artistry and identity!
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Protect Your Voice With Warmups
- Warm up and cool down your voice before and after heavy use to protect it and extend longevity.
- Use straw exercises for back pressure and gentle vocal massage after performances.
Straw Exercises For Recovery
- Use a straw in water and blow bubbles while phonating to create safe vocal back pressure.
- Do low-to-mid range straw tones as a cooldown to 'massage' the vocal folds after intense use.
Move Before You Sing
- Do gentle physical warmups (shoulder rolls, breath sirens) before using your voice heavily.
- Use movement to relax and connect body and breath prior to performance.
