Ep 17. Sadie's Song

In this episode of Steven Universe season 2, titled "Sadie's Song," the focus is on the supporting character Sadie Miller. Sadie is a teenage girl who works at the donut shop in Beach City and is a close friend of Steven and his friends. The episode begins with Steven, his father Greg and his best friend Connie visiting the Big Donut shop to catch a glimpse of Sadie's singing performance at the Beach City Music Festival. However, they are disappointed when they find out that Sadie is too nervous to perform, despite rehearsing for weeks.

Steven and Connie decide to help Sadie overcome her stage fright by suggesting that she sing one of her favorite folky songs at the talent show. Initially hesitant, Sadie finally agrees after some encouragement from Steven and Connie. As the show approaches, Sadie starts to feel more and more anxious which leads to her lashing out at Lars, her co-worker at the donut shop. This causes Steven to rethink his decision to push Sadie to sing in the talent show, but Connie convinces him that it's the right thing to do.

The talent show arrives and Sadie begins her performance, but in the middle of the song, the music cuts out due to a technical error. However, Steven, Connie, and Greg come to the rescue by accompanying Sadie with their own instruments, making the performance a success. Sadie overcomes her stage fright and continues to perform with confidence, much to the delight of the audience.

This episode of Steven Universe explores the themes of overcoming anxiety and stage fright through friendship and support. Sadie's character is particularly relatable to many viewers as she struggles with self-doubt and fear of failure. The episode highlights the importance of having a support system, and the role of true friends in helping someone face their fears and achieve their dreams. Many fans of the show have praised this episode for its powerful message and relatable characters. It also features some great music, including Sadie's hauntingly beautiful song and some amazing performances by Steven, Connie, and Greg. Overall, "Sadie's Song" is a heartwarming and inspiring episode of Steven Universe that is sure to leave a lasting impression on viewers of all ages.