Over the last 12 years, the television phenomenon of Rupaul’s Drag Race has bolstered 100+ drag queens to pop culture stardom. Following in the show’s namesake a large portion of “Ru Girls” have gone on to release music ranging from full-on album or high tempo Bitch Traxx. While the quality ranges from sickening to cringe the pursuit to become the drag’s next music star continues.
Here is TENz list of 10 memorable original tracks and music videos from drag queens who have competed on RuPaul’s Drag Race.
WERQIN’ GIRL – Shangela Laquifa
My Address Is Hollywood – Adore Delano
Jungle Kitty – BeBe Zahara Benet
Hot Couture – Manila Luzon
Chow Down (at Chick-fil-A) – Willam Belli, Detox, Vicky Vox
Cocky – Shea Couleé [ft. Lila Star + The Vixen]
Sitting Alone In The VIP – Alaska Thunderfuck (feat. Kandy Muse)
Brown Cow Stunning (Mitch Ferrino Mix) – Monique Heart
Call Me On The Ouija Board – Sharon Needles
PURSE FIRST (feat. DJ Mitch Ferrino) – BOB THE DRAG QUEEN
We had to have an honorable mention for the 1st music video in the legacy of “Ru Girls” in 2009.
I’m the Shit – Bebe Zahara Benet