James Corden's final Carpool Karaoke had fans sobbing as he and singer Adele became emotional as they reminisced on their friendship. The pair discussed everything from life in LA to Adele's songwriting inspiration during the sing-along session, ahead of Corden’s last episode of The Late Late Show.
The British comedian hailed the “brilliant adventure” of his time stateside, but reiterated that it was “time to go home” as the long-time friends looked back on his tenure of the US talk show. Adele also made her own confession about the UK, saying she's 'not ready' to return yet.
Corden is due to host his final episode of The Late Late Show on Thursday (April 27) after more than eight years at the helm. Reflecting on his time on the show, Corden said during the carpool karaoke session: “I’m excited and scared in equal measure. I don’t know it’s been a crazy eight years. In one sense it feels like it’s gone like that and in the other I can’t really remember what life was like before being here.”
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The pair later got emotional while singing a rendition of Adele’s I Drink Wine – with the singer explaining that the lyrics to the song had partly been inspired by a conversation they had once had. She said: “We were on vacation together with the kids, and we were on our way home.
"And my mood had changed and it was like the first year where I felt like I had to hold myself accountable for being an adult. The year before I left Simon (Konecki) and stuff like that, and you and (Corden’s wife) Jules and the kids were so integral in looking after me… you used to do it with humour too.”
She revealed Corden had confided in her that he had not felt “strong” and they had had a six-hour conversation about the pressures of their personal and professional lives. Corden said he had been “floored” after first hearing the song, which had been “everything I had been feeling that day”.
Playing the track, Adele told him “every time I listen to this I think of you”, as Corden sat becoming visibly emotional. Following his exit from the show, the comedian has said he plans to return to the UK to spend more time with his family.
Adele, who is also based in Los Angeles, said: “I’ve never lived in LA without you guys so I’m like a bit nervous about it and obviously very, very sad.” Corden told Adele that he would miss “everything” about the show and had “underestimated” how many friends he had made in the process.
Arriving at the gates of the CBS studio for the last time, he told the singer: “It’s blown my mind that you’ve done this for me … I love you and we have had the best times here. Our friendship and our family’s friendship has nothing to do with distance and time.”
A tearful Adele admitted: “I’m just not ready to come back yet otherwise I would come back with you."
Fans were moved by the emotional piece of TV, with many taking to social media to share their feelings. @texasgemss tweeted: "Just saw James corden’s last carpool karaoke with Adele and I am in TEARS" while @PorterRegine admitted: "I saw one clip of Adele and James and bursted in to tears. Y’all I can’t watch the last carpool karaoke."
@CorlissDakota tweeted: "Did I cry on the last carpool karaoke with James Corden and Adele?... Yes, yes I did" and @charlieirving24 said: "Adele and James Corden just made me cry. Best carpool karaoke ever."
Others were in awe of James and Adele's friendship. @Marinaho said: "The Adele and James Corden final carpool karaoke just made me emotional… I didn’t realize they were such close friends? She legit says he’s her best friend in the whole world" while @ohheyitsdomxo added: "I absolutely loved this! The friendship between Adele and James is so special. So emotional and beautiful."
Carpool Karaoke has been one of The Late Late Show's most popular segments, and sees the comedian “drive to work” with the help of various musical stars, while singing songs from their back catalogue. It has featured titans of the music industry including Sir Paul McCartney, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Billie Eilish and One Direction.
Adele previously appeared on the segment in 2016, producing multiple viral moments including downing an entire cup of tea, and showing off her rap skills. It became the most viral Carpool Karaoke clip of the show with 67.5 million views on YouTube – though it has now surpassed 260 million.
Corden’s final episode of The Late Late Show will take place on April 27, with former One Direction star Harry Styles and Will Ferrell confirmed to be taking part. Airing every weekday night, the show is billed as “the ultimate late night after party”, and features a mix of celebrity guests, musical acts, games and sketches.
His final episode of The Late Late Show will air on US network CBS.
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