Michael Bublé rolled into The Voice Season 28 like a man on a mission with Reba McEntire’s face all over his socks and a Southern accent that would make any Oklahoma aunt proud.

Forget showbiz subtlety. Bublé didn’t just walk into the red chairs this season. He stomped in, raised a pant leg, and declared war with a cheeky grin. As cameras rolled on a behind-the-scenes moment with this season’s coaching crew (Reba, Snoop Dogg, Niall Horan, and Bublé himself), the Canadian crooner gave fans a peek at his latest fashion choice: custom socks covered in Reba’s unmistakable red curls.

“These are the finest socks ever,” he said with a smile, showing off the fashion statement with the same confidence that earned him a win last season. “They’re smiling at you.” And if that wasn’t enough, Bublé unleashed a surprisingly accurate Reba impression, tossing out a playful, “Hey Mike, I’m gonna beat you,” in a twang that came dangerously close to the real thing. The man’s got range.

You gotta admire the guts. In a room full of powerhouse coaches, Bublé decided the best way to stake his claim was by honoring the Queen of Country herself. He could’ve kept it cool. Instead, he went full fanboy in the best way, paying tribute with a mix of flair, humor, and just enough sass to make it clear this season’s not just about the contestants fighting for the crown. The coaches are swinging, too.

Season 28’s lineup is stacked, no doubt. Reba McEntire returns to her red throne like a seasoned vet, declaring she’s ready to boss the boys around. “I get to tell them what to do,” she teased, already living her best big-sister life. Meanwhile, Snoop Dogg is ready to go full professor, saying his ears are “anxious to hear and feel” what the new batch of talent brings. And Niall Horan? The guy’s just thrilled to be back in the building, still riding high from back-to-back wins in earlier seasons.

But it’s Bublé who’s coming off the most recent victory, coaching his guy Adam David to the Season 27 title and proving he’s more than just smooth vocals and holiday albums. Now he’s rolling into his third season as a full-time coach with confidence, charisma, and apparently, Reba’s hair on his ankles.

The banter between coaches is already shaping up to be one of the season’s highlights, and if this sock moment is any indication, the vibe this year is full-on friendly chaos. No shade, just sharp digs and deep respect from artists who know how to work a room and work each other.

And listen, fans are eating it up. Social media lit up as soon as the Reba sock moment dropped, with viewers praising Bublé’s bold move and hoping for a proper Reba response. Will she fire back with a Michael Bublé impression of her own? Could be. Or maybe she’ll just roast him with that signature smile and a perfectly timed zinger. Either way, these two are TV gold together, and the chemistry is already kicking.

So while the contestants are gearing up to hit those big notes and spin those chairs, the real battle might be happening between the coaches themselves. Especially if Bublé keeps channeling Reba like he’s gunning for a duet.

One thing’s for sure, this season’s gonna be a damn good time.