Pop-punk fans were in for a treat at the When We Were Young music festival in Las Vegas when Avril Lavigne made a surprise return to the stage on Saturday. The renowned “motherf—ing princess” of pop-punk wowed the crowd during All Time Low’s set, joining the band for an electrifying rendition of their collaborative track “Fake as Hell.”
As the excitement escalated, the audience was left in awe as Lavigne and the All Time Low crew launched into an exhilarating performance of her iconic hit “Sk8er Boi.” The rare collaboration between the beloved pop-punk vocalist and the acclaimed band marked one of the standout moments of the day, leaving fans exhilarated and nostalgic.
Lavigne’s comeback appearance at the festival wasn’t entirely unexpected, given her previous performance during the event’s inaugural weekend in 2022. However, the artist’s sudden departure during the second weekend of the same year left fans disappointed. This surprise return solidified her status as a standout artist in the pop-punk scene, further solidifying her place as one of the few musicians to grace the festival’s stage for two consecutive years.
Witness the electrifying moment of Avril Lavigne’s surprise comeback at When We Were Young in the video below:
While Lavigne wasn’t initially included in the official lineup for the 2023 festival, her unexpected appearance added an unforgettable touch to an already exhilarating day, cementing her enduring influence and legacy within the pop-punk genre.