00:06Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today, we're counting down our picks for the most entertaining, funny, and or memorable musical
00:13detours in the comedian's career.
00:21Number 10. Burning Down the House
00:24Embracing chaos and creativity, David Byrne showed up for The Late Show one last time to play a classic.
00:35Burning Down the House seems like a great meta-statement in light of Stephen Colbert's show Closing Up Shop.
00:42Along with Byrne and his band, the host steps in to play along with the Talking Heads' favorite.
00:55There's more attitude bubbling underneath the surface as the performers rock out with reckless abandon.
01:01The singer can do no wrong as he once again proves his worth as a timeless artist.
01:05Taking the stage and offering up some innovative choreography, the entire ensemble gives audiences some fun sights and sounds.
01:19Burning Down the House
01:21Number 9. That's the way the world goes round
01:24For those that know the work of John Prine, they likely cherish his bespoke songwriting.
01:29That's the way that the world goes round
01:32Up one day, the next day down
01:35Stephen Colbert introduced a previously unseen duet as a tribute to the musician.
01:40Singing That's the Way the World Goes Round, the two do justice to a great piece from Prine's catalog.
01:46When the sun come in the window
01:47I saw a broke, I stood up and laughed
01:50I thought it was a joke
01:51That's the way that the world goes round
01:54You might not think of Colbert as a country singer, but he's a fine addition to a legendary force of
02:00nature.
02:00The meditative work shines on decades later and under completely different circumstances.
02:05Anybody who doesn't know this artist should use this clip as an excuse to explore his discography.
02:10That's the way that the world goes round
02:17Number 8. This Year
02:19This particular band could have sung any number of songs, but they brought out an older track for this performance.
02:25Locking eyes, holding hands, twin high maintenance machines
02:30This year comes with some inspirational and relatable lyrics.
02:35The Mountain Goats could easily do it themselves, but then Stephen Colbert joins in to amplify the chorus.
02:40I am the main hit through this year, if it kills me
02:46Showing some serious excitement, the comedian adds even more energy to this track.
02:51The mix of folk and rock allows for a vibrant mixture of vocal styles.
02:55Playing along on one of his favorite songs, Colbert uses this appearance to live out what might have been one
03:00of his lifelong dreams.
03:10Number 7. Stephen Colbert and Matthew Broderick's impromptu duet
03:14Given his track record on Broadway, Matthew Broderick always seems ready to burst into song.
03:20All I want is a room somewhere
03:25Far away from the cold night air
03:28This appearance on The Late Show gives him an opportunity to perform a duet with the host.
03:33Broderick and Stephen Colbert take the interview in a different direction, discussing their admiration for My Fair Lady.
03:39This inspires their impromptu performance of Wouldn't It Be Loverly.
03:49Both performers are more than game to show off their vocal chops before jumping to their feet.
03:54As costumed extras add to the fun, you realize this is all an excuse for two actors to strut their
04:00musical stuff.
04:05Loverly, Loverly, Loverly
04:12Number 6. Stephen Colbert and Steve Carell sing Orleans
04:16These two have been through a lot together.
04:19It's exciting to watch old friends and colleagues hang out again, even if it's just for a guest spot on
04:24The Late Show.
04:25Dance with me
04:27I want to be your partner, can't you see?
04:37Steve Carell appeared on Stephen Colbert's CBS talk show for a friendly chat.
04:41Once the conversation shifted to music, the two took a big swing with this unexpected musical performance.
04:57They chose to sing the soft rock song Dance With Me.
05:00If you love the single or 70s music, you might be excited to watch these two sing this underappreciated throwback.
05:06The Orleans track somehow became a touching tribute to this duo's endearing friendship.
05:11The music is just starting, night is calling, and I am falling, dance with me.
05:20Number 5. Sully Song
05:23Sully Sullenberger is an American hero that deserves his own musical.
05:27Steve Carell and Stephen Colbert play into that notion, giving viewers the next best thing.
05:39On the Night of Too Many Stars in 2010, the comedians appeared in pilot gear to sing a goofy song
05:45about Sullenberger.
05:46Jon Stewart interrupts at several points, but he also helps to sell the bit even more.
05:51Carell and Colbert have fun with a wonderfully dumb idea that includes a cameo from Tay Zonday.
05:56Chocolate rain. Hit the goose and then you'll land the plane. Chocolate rain. Passengers felt hardly any pain.
06:07They even incorporate some choreography, highlighting important details such as the aviator's incredible mustache.
06:13Stewart joins the duo for the ending and helps to make Everybody's Talking About Sully a classic.
06:19Big finish! Everybody's talking about Sully, Sully. Everybody's talking about Sully.
06:26Number 4. Lord of the Rings Rap
06:29We're not sure if anyone loves the Lord of the Rings more than Stephen Colbert.
06:33Number one trilogy, the number one trilly. Try to deny and you just sound silly.
06:38Worldwide gross of almost three billy. 16 times what they made on free willy.
06:43Celebrating the film franchise and its 20th anniversary, the Late Show host came together with the film's cast to rap
06:49about Peter Jackson's trilogy.
06:51This includes some stunning wardrobe, elite performances, and clever lyrics.
06:56A strider, some riders, golem, a spider. We got a gray wizard and we got one that's whiter.
07:01Best drill ever, baby, don't you forget! That's right, Anna Kendrick. Pitch Perfect A-
07:06Colbert and many actors from the series joined forces in a combination of pure fandom and musical comedy.
07:13It's both a loving tribute and one of the nerdiest things that's ever happened.
07:17We can only hope that the same performers come together for another round every anniversary.
07:21Lord of the Rings is the number one trilly. Lord of the Rings is the number one trilly. Trilly. Trilly.
07:29Trilly. Trilly. Trilly. Trilly.
07:30Number three, Colbert gets lucky.
07:32Instead of having Daft Punk as a guest, Stephen Colbert offered up a one-of-a-kind musical experience of
07:38his own.
07:46This led to a dance party that few other moments on the Colbert rapport could beat,
07:50but employing several of his former guests, the host danced through multiple locations to the sounds of Get Lucky.
07:56Hugh Laurie, Jeff Bridges, and even Bryan Cranston helped dance with him.
08:08The comedian even found his way into the office of Henry Kissinger.
08:11This star-studded and sometimes bizarre experience included some awesome moves as well.
08:17It's one of the sillier and more notable segments from an impressive run on Comedy Central.
08:32After nearly a decade, The Colbert Rapport cultivated a special place in political comedy history.
08:52The Comedy Central show ended with a triumphant send-off.
08:55Alongside a bunch of former guests and other celebrities, the comedian sang his way into television history.
09:01The host is joined by old colleague Jon Stewart, along with a star-studded chorus that grows with each verse.
09:15Singing the song, We'll Meet Again, the musical number offers up both a tribute and a poignant ending for a
09:21comedic institution.
09:22The series proved in its final moments that it could make you laugh, cry, and surprise you all in one.
09:29For someone who's not good at goodbyes, we think he did a pretty good job.
09:32I mean, who could top an exodus grand as flying off in a sleigh with Santa Claus, Abraham Lincoln, and
09:37Alex Trebek?
09:38Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions.
09:44This performance is the opportunity of a lifetime for any long-time Taylor fan.
09:57Billionaires are actually good.
09:59The comedian dishes out a stylish takedown of the ultra-wealthy.
10:03Every billionaire is strong and funny.
10:06Every billionaire should have your money.
10:08You need insurance that you haven't got.
10:10But they need a yacht in their bigger yacht.
10:13Sleep through the static.
10:14Jack Johnson and Colbert serenade the audience in a laid-back performance.
10:28Singing with Andrew Lloyd Webber.
10:30You'll never expect this insane version of Jesus Christ Superstar.
10:34Jesus!
10:37You start to believe the things they say of you.
10:42You really do believe this talking ball is true.
10:49The host shares a lovable duet with the iconic singer.
10:52Everybody, have you heard?
10:55Who's gonna find your Mockingbird?
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11:25Number 1.
11:27Steven's Musical Farewell.
11:28For his final act on The Late Show,
11:31Steven Colbert went all out with his guest stars.
11:33He first accompanied John Batiste and Elvis Costello for a rendition of Jump Up.
11:37Jump up, hold on tight, can't trust a promise or a guarantee.
11:44The intimate performance lets the singers do their thing, adding to the soulful song and lyrics.
11:50The scene then changes to the theatre space everyone knows as Paul McCartney kicks off a Beatles classic.
11:55You say goodbye when I say hello, I have a little cry.
12:02Hello Goodbye feels like a fitting finale, letting viewers know that every end is also a beginning.
12:08Given the theatre's namesake, McCartney's presence only enhances this profound callback to music history.
12:23Did we forget another music-related moment from Colbert's career?
12:27Let us know in the comments below.
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