The Culps Wow Audience at “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert”

The Culps, portrayed by Will Ferrell and Ana Gasteyer, made a special appearance at Friday night’s “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” delivering a mesmerizing medley of contemporary hits. Their performance included a rendition of Kendrick Lamar‘s Grammy-winning track “Not Like Us.”

Frisky Tunes and Hilarious Banter

“Are Kenny Lamar and Drake Graham in the house?” Ferrell humorously inquired. The duo engaged in witty banter, urging the two artists to reconcile for the sake of love and fellowship. Their playful antics had the audience in stitches.

Ferrell and Gasteyer highlighted Lamar’s clever wordplay, particularly focusing on the lyric “A minor,” eliciting laughter and amazement from the likes of Amy Schumer and Mark Ronson.

A Nostalgic Throwback

Revisiting the SNL tradition of Nick the Lounge Singer, Ferrell and Gasteyer embodied the characters of Marty and Bobbi-Mohan Culp from the late 90s. As music teachers with refined personas, their quirky covers of contemporary pop hits delighted audiences.

Eclectic Medley of Songs

Their Friday night performance featured nods to Charli xcx’s “Brat,” along with energetic renditions of tracks by Britney Spears, Doechii, Chappell Roan, Sam Smith, Kim Petras, and Megan Thee Stallion.

Celebrating SNL’s 50th Anniversary

Taking place at Radio City Hall in New York, the “SNL50 Concert” preceded the upcoming “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” set to air on Feb. 16. This event is part of the ongoing festivities commemorating the iconic sketch comedy show’s milestone.

Star-Studded Lineup

The concert boasted a star-studded roster, including Cher, Dave Grohl, Snoop Dogg, St. Vincent, Wyclef Jean, Bad Bunny, Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga, and many more.

FAQs

Q: When did the Culps make their special appearance?

A: The Culps, portrayed by Will Ferrell and Ana Gasteyer, appeared at Friday night’s “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert.”

Q: What songs were included in the medley performance?

A: The medley featured songs such as Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” Charli xcx’s “Brat,” Britney Spears’ “Work Bitch,” and tracks by Doechii, Chappell Roan, Sam Smith, Kim Petras, and Megan Thee Stallion.

Q: Where did the concert take place?

A: The concert was held at Radio City Hall in New York as part of the celebrations for SNL’s 50th anniversary.

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