The episode features several "throwback" performances that recreate or expand upon the show's early musical identity:
"2009" serves as a self-contained flashback to the events of the Glee pilot episode , showing the formation of the original New Directions from different perspectives. It provides deeper backstory for the founding members—Rachel, Kurt, Mercedes, Artie, and Tina—revealing their motivations for joining the club.
: Fearing he is suicidal after seeing a pamphlet, guidance counselor Emma Pillsbury alerts his father, Burt. Burt forces Kurt to join a school team, leading Kurt to meet Rachel Berry, who eventually convinces him to audition for Glee Club. [S6E12] 2009
According to IMDb , the episode holds a high rating of , with fans and critics noting its nostalgic "love letter" feel to long-term viewers. While some viewers on Reddit questioned the amount of "filler," most appreciated the emotional closure it provided before the final episode, "Dreams Come True". 2009 | Glee Wiki | Fandom
: Feeling overlooked at school and in her church choir, she is encouraged by her mother to audition for Glee to find a place where she can truly shine. Burt forces Kurt to join a school team,
: Performed by Kurt Hummel for his initial audition. "I'm His Child" : Performed by Mercedes Jones. "Pony" : Performed by Artie Abrams. "I Kissed a Girl" : Performed by Tina Cohen-Chang.
The following is a guide to the 12th episode of the 6th season of the musical comedy-drama series Glee . This episode originally aired on March 20, 2015, as the first half of the two-part series finale. Episode Overview 2009 | Glee Wiki | Fandom : Feeling
: Already certain of her stardom, she is seen scouting for members and attempting to build her "legacy" from day one.