Burr and musical guest Mk.gee aimed to keep things light for most of the show, but offered a few moments of political humor that didn't always land. As Burr took the stage for his monologue, he initially tried to forgo commenting on the current state of affairs,

This sketch is a paid advertisement with Burr in a garage, talking up real music. No autotune, no mumble tap. It's just pure Snake Skin, metal rock from the 80s. The band is our legends: Andrew Dismukes, Sarah Sherman, and Johnson. Dismukes and Johnson collaborations are increasingly my favorite part of the show.