Who would have thought that ABC’s Abbott Elementary would feature a character with a passion for nu-metal music? In an unexpected twist during the airing of the “Karaoke” episode, Jacob, portrayed by Chris Perfetti, dramatically switched his song choice at the last moment. He decided to channel his inner emotions through a powerful performance of Papa Roach’s iconic track, “Last Resort,” leaving everyone around him stunned as he embraced his angst with full gusto.

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Leading up to this unforgettable nu-metal moment, Jacob had been grappling with the reality of his ex attending the same karaoke club. Realizing that she was thriving post-breakup triggered a whirlwind of emotions, causing Jacob to spiral into a state of self-doubt and frustration.

His colleague Melissa, played by Lisa Ann Walter, expressed concern about Jacob’s emotional state after hearing about his romantic woes. She warned fellow teacher Barb, played by Sheryl Lee Ralph, saying, “He better not sing anything ironic, and he absolutely must avoid singing ‘Ironic.’” In response, Barb affectionately remarked, “I adore the kid, but he tends to be pitchy. He really should learn to use his diaphragm when singing.”

To everyone’s surprise, the unmistakable opening riffs and guitar notes of “Last Resort” erupted from the speakers, prompting Jacob to pour out every ounce of his feelings through the lyrics of this powerful Papa Roach anthem.

Reactions from Fans to Jacob’s Epic Karaoke Performance of Papa Roach

This moment quickly became one of the comedic highlights of the episode, as Jacob’s passionate rendition caused Melissa to accidentally drop the glass she was holding in shock. Meanwhile, Janine, the character played by Quinta Brunson, appeared somewhat unfazed, while the school’s janitor, Mr. Johnson (William Stanford Davis), along with another partygoer, enthusiastically joined Jacob in rocking out to the performance.

The unexpected appearance of Papa Roach’s music on mainstream television resonated with many fans of the nu-metal era, sparking a flurry of shares and comments across the X social media platform. Viewers were quick to express their surprise and delight at the moment. One fan commented, “Well… that was unexpected,” while another exclaimed, “Jacob is FRYING MEEE.” A third viewer insightfully declared, “Jacob won karaoke, by the way.”

Another comment humorously noted, “If you hear the intro of ‘Last Resort’ and don’t scream it like Jacob, we can’t be friends.” The enthusiasm for Jacob’s performance was palpable, and fans eagerly shared their reactions along with clips of his memorable karaoke act.

Catch ABC’s Abbott Elementary airing on Wednesdays at 8:30 PM ET for more comedic and heartfelt moments like this.