12 Weeks At #1 But Can They Sing? (The Chainsmokers & Halsey VMAs Reaction)

"So baby pull me closer in the backseat of your Rover..." 🚗 We’re throwing it back to 2016 for one of the biggest chart-toppers in Billboard history—The Chainsmokers and Halsey performing "Closer" at the MTV VMAs. OlliWooDDA, Corey, and Fenom202 weigh in on the performance that had the whole world singing along. While the song broke records—staying at #1 for 12 consecutive weeks and spending 32 weeks in the Top 10—we have some thoughts on the actual live vocals. Corey breaks down the massive stats, while Fenom202 brings out his "Russian Judge" scorecard for the performance. Does the energy of Madison Square Garden make up for the lack of studio polish? Or is this just a classic example of a "radio hit" that doesn't quite translate to the big stage? We discuss the formula for a pop smash and why Halsey might have carried this one on her back. THE BIG DEBATE: 🏆 Is "Closer" one of those songs you love to hate, or is it a genuine 2010s masterpiece? And be honest—could The Chainsmokers actually sing, or did the studio do the heavy lifting? Let us know in the comments! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe—it helps the channel grow! #TheChainsmokers #Halsey #Closer #VMAs #MTV #OlliWooDDA #Corey #Fenom202 #MusicReaction #LivePerformance #BillboardHot100 #2016Nostalgia #PopMusic #ThisIsIt #ReactionVideo 00:00 Intro 01:45 Reaction