He's not quite so oblivious as not to notice that touch of something knowing in her grin, but he doesn't quite let it trigger those insecurities of his. He's anxious enough already.

"I don't know if I'd say leader--"

She thought he was doing a good job with leadership? Sincere or otherwise, something about that makes him feel just a little swell of pride.

"Well, that's good of you. I mean, organization's important, too -- we need someone taking care of that." But-- "Maybe just one song later on? I'd love-- I mean, everyone would love to hear you give it a shot, I bet."

Smooth.