By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Font ResizerAa
  • Home
  • Drag Queens
  • Interviews
  • LGBTQ
  • Popular Culture
Search
  • Home
    • About
    • Privacy Policy
    • Advertise
  • Drag Queens
    • RuPaul’s Drag Race
  • Interviews
  • LGBTQ
  • Popular Culture
Follow US
© Foxiz News Network. Ruby Design Company. All Rights Reserved.
> Drag Queens > The 10 Most Epic Drag Race Lip Syncs Ever!
Drag Queens

The 10 Most Epic Drag Race Lip Syncs Ever!

Guest Contributor
Last updated: July 29, 2020 10:31 pm
Guest Contributor
12 Min Read
Share
SHARE

The 10 Most Epic Drag Race Lip Syncs Ever! 1

Season 9 of RuPaul’s Drag Race is revving up for its big launch tonight and people everywhere are already sashaying and “yes, gawd”-ing themselves up into a frenzy of drag anticipation.

But before the new batch of superstar queens are unleashed upon the world, we wanted to take a minute to Ru-cap one of the most adrenaline-pumping parts of the competition: the Lip Sync For Your Life.

We’ve assembled the ten most epic Drag Race lip syncs in her-story. Did your favorite queens make the cut?


10. Delta Work vs Manila Luzon (Season 3)

It was a blur of yellow and gold when Delta Work and Manila Luzon faced off after landing in the bottom after bombing the stand-up comedy challenge. Their song was “MacArthur Park” by Donna Summer, a complex number with a wide range of tempos and emotions.

Manila went all in, starting off slow and controlled before then ramping it up for the big pickup. Her performance was unbridled and, dare we say, almost scary. Delta didn’t move very much and seemed to dedicate the song to her bracelet, which she held up almost as offering spoils to the victor.

In the end, Manila’s wild eyes and kooky dancing earned her the safe spot, leaving Delta in the dust.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tatoplO2A70

9. Raven vs Tyra Sanchez (Season 2)

You don’t come any closer to the crown on Drag Race than being put in the Top 2. That’s exactly where Raven and Tyra Sanchez found themselves in the season finale of Season 2 when Rupaul had them perform her own song “Jealous Of My Boogie” to determine who would walk away with the crown.

Both queens attacked the song in all shades of fierce, Raven in her immaculate black corset (the look that inspired Naomi Smalls‘ Black & White runway look in Season 8) and Tyra in a flawless teal and pink poolside fantasy.

While Raven relied on her signature sexy poses and twirls, Tyra took a more in-your-face approach, going right over to the judges’ table to give them a close-up look of her tight lip sync and unclockable beat. In the end, it gave Tyra that edge she needed to become America’s Next Drag Superstar of Season 2.

8. Tatiana vs Alyssa Edwards (All Stars Season 2)

In the most twisted and shadiest episode of All Stars Season 2, previously eliminated queens Tatiana and Alyssa Edwards came back to claim their Ru-venge in a comedy duo challenge, and nabbed the top two spots respectively to lip sync for a chance to re-enter the race.

Dressed in contrasting leotards and tall boots with big blonde hair, these ladies took it to 90 M.P.H. to Rihanna‘s “Shut Up And Drive,” each whipping their hair and their bodies in a showstopping dance off that had the judges’ mouths on the floor.

Once they came up for air, RuPaul made the shocking announcement that both queens had earned the right to come back to the competition, allowing for the departure of a severely less than thrilled Phi Phi O’Hara.

https://youtu.be/pbL5fFXJn6k

  1. Katya vs Kennedy Davenport (Season 7)

The iconic Hello Kitty challenge of Season 7 threw the queens that were left in the game for a loop (well, except for Violet Chachki), especially Katya and Kennedy Davenport who ended up in the bottom two after designing less-than-impressive looks.

With fire and gusto, the two flipped and split it out over Katy Perry‘s “Roar,” where both queens didn’t hesitate to show off their acrobatic skills along with their tight lip sync. Kennedy, however, took it one step farther, or should we say one step higher, when she jumped off the main stage and landed in a full split.

Katya followed up with her own well-times split moments after, but Kennedy took the plunge first as well as that shante spot while the season’s unbeknownst Miss Congeniality Katya sashayed away.

https://youtu.be/DEO9nruP9Jo

6. Raja vs Carmen Carrera (Season 3)

In what might be the sexiest lip sync ever filmed on Drag Race, two of Season 3’s “Heathers” went toe to toe in a scandalous showdown that had the guys who they dragged up in the week’s makeover challenge busting their tucks backstage.

Raja wasted little time stripping down to her skivvies as the beat of Paula Abdul‘s “Straight Up” went on, and you don’t have to tell Carmen Carerra twice to get naked. After tossing away her golden bottoms, the two got real close on the floor until it was something out of a late night cable movie.

With a level of sexuality never again seen in a Lip Sync For Your Life, Raja and Carmen’s sexy silhouettes laying on top of each other made herstory, sealed with a kiss that Raja placed on Carmen right at the end. Raja survived another day while Carmen sashayed away. Again.

5. Adore Delano vs Trinity K. Bonet (Season 6)

When you go up against the girl that has already sent a number of queens before you packing with her insanely tight lip syncs, the pressure is really on to step it up. That’s what Adore Delano went into her LSFYL against the fishy and fabulous Trinity K. Bonet.

Both queens worked it out to Paula Abdul‘s “Vibeology” (with her there watching in the judge’s panel no less). Trinity’s control and words were on point as always and Adore used her quirky sexy charm to give a lip sync for the books.

The song ended to a round of applause from all the judges and the queens who were safe, as well as a massive hug between the contestants. But in the end, Adore’s high energy and charisma won the bout and Ru declared her safe.

https://youtu.be/J2NLRfaySBg

4. Chi Chi DeVayne vs Thorgy Thor (Season 8)

It’s always great to see a high energy lip sync to a song you love dancing to, but sometimes the best performances come from power ballads that just make you go “Hallelu!”

That’s exactly what we got when Chi Chi DeVayne and Thorgy Thor took us to church with “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” performed by Jennifer Holliday. Each queen took a different approach to lip syncing this legendary song, which couldn’t showcase their styles any clearer.

Thorgy was more controlled and assured while Chi Chi let lose an onslaught of emotion, not to mention the beads from her dress. And although Thorgy masterfully dodged them while executing a perfect cartwheel, Chi Chi’s raw and powerful delivery sent Miss Thor packing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EWV03g1xYA

3. Laganja Estranja vs Joslyn Fox (Season 6)

If you live for those moments that looked like they were planned but actually weren’t, you know exactly why the epic showdown between Laganja Estranja and Joslyn Fox made this list, other than that they’re both fierce lip syncers.

They were given P!nk‘s song “Stupid Girls” after landing in the bottom two from the stand-up comedy challenge. Laganja and Joslyn started strong from the get-go, and neither of them were about to miss a single beat.

In one perfect moment, both girls jumped into a split at the exact same moment without looking at each other, ramping up the octane of this LSFYL to the max. Although Laganja’s death drops were formidable, Joslyn’s quirky charm carried her through and the colorful stoner actually sashayed away.

2. Sharon Needles vs Phi Phi O’Hara (Season 4)

It was a long-coming fight between good and evil when Sharon Needles and Phi Phi O’Hara landed in the bottom two and faced off under the umbrella of “It’s Raining Men (The Sequel)” by Martha Wash featuring RuPaul.

It was no secret that in Season 4, Sharon and Phi Phi were not exactly bosom buddies. They even were ironically wearing contrasting angel and devil outfits to further illustrated out their mutual animosity. They both attacked the song using their entire arsenal of lip sync tricks.

It was anyone’s victory at the end of the song, that is until Willam was called back up to the front where it was exposed that she had broken the rules of the competition, forcing Ru to eliminate her. The two rivals made it all the way to the top 3 before the tie breaker was decided.

1. Alyssa Edwards vs Coco Montrese (Season 5)

The showdown of all showdowns goes to none other than Alyssa Edwards and Coco Montrese, the longstanding adversaries of Season 5. All season we had been waiting to see them go head to head in a lip sync battle, and we definitely got our wish when they took on Paula Abdul’s “Cold Hearted.”

Wearing what Santino Rice called the ugliest dress in Drag Race history, Alyssa flawlessly used her years of dance experience to twirl, jump and drop all over the stage. Coco’s billowy-sleeved pantsuit was a perfect choice for the number, and she used every inch of fabric to make herself shine.

Even Ru was caught giving a “Wow!” to Michele Visage as the girls in the back cheered and applauded. When the dust settled, it was Coco who pulled through to the next stage, finally settling the score between her and Alyssa. At least until All Stars 2.


So how did we do? Sound off in the comment section below about your favorite LSFYL!

Article by Isaiah Cruz

TAGGED:Adore DelanoAlyssa EdwardsCarmen CarreraChi Chic DeVayneDelta WorkJoslyn FoxKatyaKatya ZamolodchikovaKennedy DavenportLSFYLManila LuzonMichelle VisageRajaRavenRuPaulRuPaul's Drag RaceTatianaThorgy ThorTrinity K. BonetTyra Sanchez
Share This Article
Facebook Email Copy Link Print
ByGuest Contributor
WERRRK.com is always bring in fresh voices for new and exciting articles, like this one! Let us know what you think of these new contributors!
Previous Article MADGE MADNESS: Like a Virgin 2 MADGE MADNESS: Like a Virgin
Next Article WERRRK'S WEEKLY INSTADRAG: 3/27/17 3 WERRRK’S WEEKLY INSTADRAG: 3/27/17
Leave a Comment Leave a Comment

Leave a ReplyCancel reply

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Stay Connected
8.2kFollowersLike
1.9kFollowersFollow
16.9kFollowersFollow
1.6kSubscribersSubscribe
Subscribe to WERRRK.com

Join 8,215 other subscribers
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image
Search in this site
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image
Wigging Out Podcast
Wigging Out Podcast
Wigging Out Podcast

Drag Queens! Drag Kings! And all things nightlife are discussed in this brand new podcast hosted by two broke queens from NYC.

Listen OnApple PodcastsListen OnExternalListen OnExternal

Podcast Subscription Menu

Ep 118: Magnifa
byMartyr & C.Tepper

“Untitled Drag Friend.” On this episode, your hosts Martyr (@dragthemartyr) and Cate (@ctepper) sit down with the Time Traveler full of Intergalactic Glamour, Magnifa! They discuss growing up in Florida, love for makeup, being the President of a fraternity, and meeting their drag mother Untitled Queen. Later, we hear more about working (Untitled) Art Star, collaborating on drag photoshoots, doing “modest drag,” and “Vegas in Space.”
+
Follow our guest: @IAmMagnifa on all social media platforms
~
tinyurl.com/wiggingoutpodcast
This episode is proudly sponsored by MOTTO- the new queer dating app!
Tired of the endless scrolling? With Motto, Motto sends you daily matches of people who match your interests and kinks. There are no fees, no ads, and no nonsense.
Use invite code: ZVOGS when signing up.
~
Follow the pod on Instagram and Facebook @wiggingoutpodcast and on twitter @wiggingoutpod
Thots, comments, and dick pics? Please send to dragthemartyr@gmail.com
Cover art: Madeline De Michele – www.madelinedemichele.com
Music: “Club” by Andrew Huang (www.youtube.com/channel/UCdcemy56JtVTrsFIOoqvV8g) under Creative Commons.
Edits by C.Tepper

Ep 118: Magnifa
Ep 118: Magnifa
May 6, 2025
Martyr & C.Tepper
Ep 117: Robin Rose Quartz Returns!
April 30, 2025
Martyr & C.Tepper
Wigging Watchery EP 19: Scooby-Doo
April 23, 2025
Martyr & C.Tepper
Ep 116: Boyish Charm
April 10, 2025
Martyr & C.Tepper
Ep 115: Captain Wonder Returns!
March 27, 2025
Martyr & C.Tepper
Wigging Watchery EP 18: Fifty Shades Freed
March 4, 2025
Martyr & C.Tepper
Ep 114: Slagatha
March 4, 2025
Martyr & C.Tepper
Ep 113: Evangeline
February 10, 2025
Martyr & C.Tepper
Ep 112: Nostalgia
January 29, 2025
Martyr & C.Tepper
Wigging Watchery EP 17: The Room
January 13, 2025
Martyr & C.Tepper
Search Results placeholder
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image
Latest news
  • Loose Lips: Let the Rain Fall Down
  • Aja Reveals What A Break From Drag Taught Her & The Classic Aja Lip Sync That RuPaul Loves!
  • Michelle Visage Lands A Brand New Show With A Familiar Reality TV Show Personality!
  • Sam Star Chats “Drag Race”, Her Southern Roots & What She Gets From Both Her Mamas!
  • RuPaul’s Drag Race All-Stars: Hoop Queens Makeovers(S10 E03)
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image
Categories

You Might Also Like

Raven
The WERRRK.com Interview

The WERRRK.com Interview: Raven

Chiffon Dior: Well hello Raven. I'm grateful that you made…

20 Min Read
Meet the Queens of Miss NotSafe4Werk.com 2015: Luna Nova 5
Pageants

Meet the Queens of Miss NotSafe4Werk.com 2015: Luna Nova

Get to know Luna Nova from Citrus Heights, CA, one…

0 Min Read
Retucked: The Untucked Recap (Ep 10) 7
Drag Queens

Retucked: The Untucked Recap (Ep 10)

So apparently I’m being punished for city-dropping last week, so…

3 Min Read
**Exclusive Interview** Embracing Self-Love: NANA Youngrong Kim’s Journey to Living Boldly 9
Drag QueensInterviews

**Exclusive Interview** Embracing Self-Love: NANA Youngrong Kim’s Journey to Living Boldly

Drag has always broken the traditional norms in society, emerging…

8 Min Read
Follow US
© Foxiz News Network. Ruby Design Company. All Rights Reserved.
  • About
  • Privacy
  • Site Map
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • Twitter
 

Loading Comments...