Billy Idol and Avril Lavigne delivered a dynamic performance of their collaborative single '77' on Jimmy Kimmel Live! ahead of Idol's North American tour with Joan Jett. The performance highlighted their pop-punk roots, with both artists wearing matching leather jackets. Idol shared insights in a recent interview, discussing the song's reflection on socio-political issues today versus the 1970s in England, particularly regarding diversity and immigration. While Idol was nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year, he did not secure a spot among the inductees.
During the Kimmel performance, Idol and Lavigne channeled a pop-punk aesthetic, donning matching black leather jackets as they exchanged verses on '77,' showcasing their unique musical chemistry.
In discussing '77,' Idol reflected on the current socio-political climate, drawing parallels to the tumultuous environment of the seventies in England, and critiquing the contemporary attack on diversity and immigrants.
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