Janelle Monáe dressed as Mr. Rogers singing «Won’t You Be My Neighbor» was a surprise.

But if we can’t have an Oscars host this year, Monáe singing songs inspired by some of the nominated films — joined by «Pose» star Billy Porter — was the next best thing.

The medley included some call and response from the audience, and it was worth it to see Rita Wilson, Tom Hanks’s wife, jamming along.

Monáe voice along with the dancers got us in a spirited mood.

Here’s hoping that carries on throughout the show.