Breakout Act The Paradox Reaches #1 on Billboard Charts

The Atlanta rock band The Paradox has officially claimed their first No. 1 on Billboard’s Alternative Airplay chart with the hit single “Get the Message.” Known for their high-energy, nostalgic pop-punk sound, the band has been taking over TikTok and social media, delivering tracks that feel like a throwback to early 2000s pop-punk — loud, chaotic, and full of emotion.

Their videos showcase the band jumping and raging through bedrooms, house parties, playgrounds, and downtown streets, all while sporting multicolored locs and delivering lyrics about doomed relationships and youthful ennui, with subtle nods to AAVE.

The Paradox has been building momentum for years, first gaining attention when their track “Do Me Like That” went viral on TikTok, hitting nearly 10 million views on one backyard clip. The song also peaked at No. 4 on Alternative Digital Song Sales, while the band reached No. 47 on the Emerging Artists chart.

In addition to their viral success, the group also played KROQ’s Christmas Acoustic at the Kia Forum last year, showing their versatility and growing live presence.