Ep 5. Bruno Mars / Bruno Mars

In Saturday Night Live season 38 episode 5, the beloved and talented musician Bruno Mars takes on double duty as both host and musical guest. The episode kicks off with a strong and hilarious opening monologue from Mars himself, who addresses the rumors and negative press surrounding him in the media.

From there, the show dives straight into a hilarious sketch titled "Haters" where a group of older women gather to talk about all the things they hate, including Bruno Mars. The sketch features some great one-liners and physical comedy, and sets the tone for the rest of the episode.

Throughout the night, Mars appears in a number of sketches, showcasing his acting abilities as well as his musical talents. Perhaps the most notable of these sketches is a clever parody of the popular singing competition show The Voice, titled "The Uvoice." In the sketch, Mars plays a judge on the show who struggles to hold back his admiration for all of the talented contestants, leading to some funny interactions with his fellow judges.

In addition to his sketches, Mars also performs two of his hit songs, "Locked Out of Heaven" and "Young Girls." Both performances are energetic and engaging, showcasing Mars' incredible stage presence and vocal range.

Other memorable sketches from the episode include a spoof of the popular game show "Jeopardy" where the contestants have difficulty pronouncing the names of their answers, and a rap number performed by the show's cast members that pokes fun at all the things people hate about living in New York City.

Overall, Saturday Night Live season 38 episode 5 is a fun and entertaining addition to the long-running sketch comedy series. Bruno Mars proves himself to be a talented host and performer, bringing his own unique energy and humor to the show. Fans of the show and of Mars' music won't want to miss this episode.