Darren Criss and Leslie Odom Jr. Emoji Music Challenge #5

We challenged Broadway stars Darren Criss and Leslie Odom, Jr. to improvise songs based on random emojis, and they did not disappoint. For the finale, they want to say goodbye, or hello. We can't tell, we need some context.
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[@phk9425]

"i need context, baby" lmao darren, this one is my fav, they were both AMAZING!

[@phk9425]

well we are everywhere ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@LoraK31]

That moment when this improv emoji song is better than every song I've ever written. Too much talent in these guys!

[@actingdude3066]

Hahahaha, im sure yours are great as well!

[@TopDesu]

That was amazing holy shit

[@julianduqueg]

I would totally pay for this if it was put on iTunes

[@hazking7505]

same

[@marianamolina5645]

I really love darren

[@nadaaouididi6342]

It's hilarious how my non English speaking cousins think this is an actual professional song xD

[@Sami-sm9zx]

Darren face though 💕

[@MsCloudnumber9]

WHY THE HELL DOES THIS NOT HAVE MORE VIEWS?!?!?

[@Tirpse87]

This one is my favorite of the 5. So catchy and funny.

[@actioncat8]

Guess what song is gonna be in my head all day..... XD That was so funny! :D Thanks for making my day better! xx 😩 😂😂

[@rosapokegirl8898]

After watching it just twice I ended up with it stuck in my head for the rest of the day! They have to sing it at the Elsie fest!!

[@hazking7505]

this was a whole ass song i would listen to everyday

[@VamHeart]

Love the fact the entire of the video is just Darren and Leslie pulling faces while strumming the guitar. Thank you guys. Great fun to watch.

[@arshamfar6779]

Their voices are so soothing

[@mesilla12337]

o god i love Darren

[@appleb3144]

Leslie is so straight up awesome, tbh

[@birdlawco]

Damn Leslie and Darren SLAYED xD

[@margureittelewis]

But this is actually really good

[@karinag9398]

The harmonies were really damn good

[@elizabethhummel8901]

THIS IS MY NEW JAM

[@nicolej6358]

Darren has inspired me to learn guitar. Omfg. This is GOLD!!!!

[@isthismine7337]

The faces after every "going like this" XD

[@martapiwowarska5592]

okay but 2:07 is the most beautiful sound ever

[@NicoleNichelle]

I could actually listen to this song all day! Guess I'll replay for now

[@jasminemilias]

Every time I listen to this it is guaranteed to stay stuck in my head for DAYS! These two are amazing, love em so much.

[@foreigncarsrule]

That is adorable I will listen to anything that Leslie sings Criss has a nice ring to his voice too.

[@gabrieledesa7719]

THE WAY DARREN'S VOICE CRACKS WHEN HE GETS EXCITED CAUSE HE MANAGED TO WRAP THE SONG IM SOBBING MY SON

[@birdlawco]

THANK GOD FOR THAT EMOJI

[@celisburnt1729]

Darren is so cute 😂

[@01MissKayla]

Ugh. Two precious people in one video. This is fantastic

[@KarlynnAmaya]

PUT THIS ON ITUNES PLEASE THIS IS MY JAM

[@LongLiveTheKOP]

Why is this so magical?

[@YoureNotLaura]

That was beautiful.

[@GoldenHeartxoxo]

I literally watch this everyday when I come home from work.

[@annikahearts4467]

Are you still doing it? Cause I do😅

[@GoldenHeartxoxo]

@@annikahearts4467 not gonna lie, this brought back memories

[@ellawalters6724]

LESLIES 😫 FACE WAS SO FUNNYNVFKL

[@missja3184]

Do it like this.....nice💙love it!

[@nehalelsamahy93]

I'm watching this and grinning like crazy.

[@natalialewandowska3947]

It's really amazing! "Do it like this DX" :"D

[@tues97]

This is the best one! They sound amazing!

[@anacarolina-wi3zu]

YEAH THIS IS MY JAM

[@marspeterson2383]

Leslie I love you omg God bless

[@Geekyguru123]

MY TWO FAVORITE PEOPLE TOGETHER??!!!!!! OMG!😊

[@urlocaltrashbag7874]

MY TWO FAVORITE PEOPLEEEEEEEEEE😭💛 #gleek #hamilfan

[@Quita615]

I adore these two. I couldn't hit like faster! ❤️

[@capitanwooya7338]

Best thing ever. Lol.

[@federicabelvedere4213]

I love you so much darren!!!! You sing sooo god

[@birdlawco]

I'M SHIPPING THEM NOW

[@jessicaholt7292]

This is my new favourite song lol

[@srt42893]

this was the best one!!!

[@charliehobbes2363]

i need a round 2 of this

[@mayo08013]

Is this song improvised? Great! I love it ♡

[@freyaware9922]

this is my fav ok

[@fabiolatota2231]

That was amazing!! Are they gonna do new videos like this??

[@LizzWolffx]

This is my favorite emoji song! ^.^

[@HeartShapedDreams]

Dareeeeen

[@elinehegrand5487]

Lmaooo this is my fav🤣😂

[@tusenbensen334]

yaaaass

[@JaneP2023]

Sad cos I've watched all five of these now :(

[@jayj3356]

Is it just me that fancies this song so bad?

[@alyssabird6925]

turn off the sound, lil' leslie is just bouncing around and it is so cute omg

[@bookwormgirl000]

loveeee

[@davidendho]

Sounds like a Jason Mraz song

[@lamoexxc9130]

Skskskksks why is LJO so cute??? Plz adopt me-- wait what ʕ•ﻌ•ʔ

[@paytynnichole5889]

uhh werdos

[@nicolej6358]

Darren has inspired me to learn guitar. Omfg. This is GOLD!!!!