When Questlove got the call to dive into more than 900 episodes of Saturday Night Live, he didn’t hesitate. The chance to explore five decades of iconic musical moments from the legendary sketch show? Sign him up.

The new documentary Ladies & Gentlemen … 50 Years of ‘S.N.L.’ Music is more than just a trip down memory lane. Sure, it’s packed with unforgettable performances—like Nirvana’s 1993 set and Sinead O’Connor’s bold protest moment. But it also digs deeper, showcasing how music has always been at the heart of the show’s comedy and cultural impact.

Co-directed by Questlove and Oz Rodriguez, the film is part of S.N.L.’s 50th anniversary celebration. For Questlove, it was a chance to revisit moments that shaped his own musical journey, like Devo’s wild 1978 performance. “They’re paying us to watch S.N.L. and decide what’s cool?” he joked, comparing the project to a “fantasy football” dream.

The documentary isn’t just about the hits—it also highlights the chaos, from Kanye West walking off