On April 5, 2026, Jack White and Jack Black teamed up during the Saturday Night Live Five-Timers Special, delivering an unexpected and electrifying rendition of “Seven Nation Army.”
Originally released by The White Stripes in 2003, the song is built around one of the most recognizable riffs in modern rock—one that has echoed through stadiums and across generations. But this live performance brought a completely different energy to the track.
Blending White’s raw, gritty guitar style with Black’s explosive, theatrical stage presence, the duo transformed the familiar anthem into something fresh and unpredictable. Rather than simply revisiting a classic, they reimagined it in a way that felt alive and immediate.
The performance struck a balance between nostalgia and reinvention, reminding audiences why “Seven Nation Army” continues to endure as a timeless rock staple.