Born and raised in San Diego, California, RuPaul later studied performing arts in Atlanta, Georgia. He settled in New York City, where he became a popular fixture on the LGBTQ+ nightclub scene. He achieved international fame as a drag queen with the release of his debut single, "Supermodel (You Better Work)", which was included on his debut studio album Supermodel of the World (1993). He became a spokesperson for MAC Cosmetics in 1994, raising money for the Mac AIDS Fund and becoming the first drag queen to land a major cosmetics campaign. He later received his own talk show on VH1 called The RuPaul Show, which he hosted for over 100 episodes while co-hosting the morning radio show on WKTU with Michelle Visage.
RuPaul's Drag Race was created in 2009 and has gone on to produce fourteen seasons in the United States. The show has also seen success internationally, with several international variants of the show being made, such as RuPaul's Drag Race UK and Canada's Drag Race. This has also inspired several spin-offs of the main show, including RuPaul's Drag U, RuPaul's Drag Race: All Stars, and RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race. He is also featured as a host on other reality television series such as Skin Wars, Good Work, and Gay for Play Game Show Starring RuPaul.
RuPaul has made appearances in films such as Crooklyn (1994), The Brady Bunch Movie (1995), To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1995), But I'm a Cheerleader (1999), television shows such as Girlboss (2017), Broad City (2017), and Grace and Frankie (2019). He later created and starred in his own Netflix original television series AJ and the Queen (2020). In addition, he has also published three books: Lettin' It All Hang Out (1995), Workin' It! RuPaul's Guide to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Style (2010), and GuRu (2018).
RuPaul is considered the most commercially successful drag queen in the United States. For his work on RuPaul's Drag Race, he has received 12 Primetime Emmy Awards, becoming the most-awarded person of color in the history of the Primetime Emmys. Outside of film and television, he also continues to write and record music; he has released fourteen studio albums as of 2022, and received a Tony Award for Best Musical as a producer for the musical A Strange Loop.
Love Is Love
RuPaul Lyrics
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Own it 'cause only you know how
You become a diamond under pressure
So keep your head up no matter the weather
Turn your frown upside down
And that's how you snatch the crown
And if at first you don't succeed
Dust yourself off and flick that weave
Can you feel the love?
Can you feel the love?
Bimini babes watch the queen conquer
Law of attraction speak and you will prosper
Be a savage, you know that you have this
Don't bring others down just to make you feel a bad, woo
Aim for the stars
Don't quit if you keep missing
Eyes on the prize
Only snakes be hissing
Believe in yourself
Open up your heart listen
Can you feel the love?
Can you feel the love?
It's Ellie love, I put the D in diamond
These girls can't reach me
Even if they try it
Straight to the top 'cause I touch the roof
Girl, look at my track record, see the proof
Dundee to London
Yes, I'm well travelled
Big wig but it ain't frazzled
Click my heel like one, two, three
I'm the big Gingham babe
That was made in Dundee
A little bit of love goes a long, long way
Lifting you up to a brighter day
A little bit of love goes a long, long way
Turn it around when you up and say
Everybody say Love, love, love, oh ah, love
Love, love, love
Can you feel the love?
Can you feel the love?
Hiya hun, who's that? It's me
The myth, the legend, Lawrence Chaney
Campy, fierce and always stunning
Thousand faces but I ain't running
Mama Ru came from above and now it's true
I feel the love
Big gal with big wit, that's left to say?
Oh yeah, that's it (can you feel the love?)
Can you feel the love?
Bring it to the runway, lights, camera, action
Crown me baby, it's the lip synch assassin
Who me? Like this? Yes, that's right
Try to come for me, then believe it's on sight
If you want it, go get it
I know that you can do it
Love is all you need
Come on let's get to it
Tayce is the name, I'm about to blow
Baby, don't you know?
A little bit of love goes a long, long way
Lifting you up to a brighter day
A little bit of love goes a long, long way
Turn it around when you up and say
Everybody say Love, love, love, oh ah, love
Love, love, love
Can you feel the love?
Can you feel the love?
Can you feel the love?
Can you feel the love?
Can you feel the love?
Can you feel the love?
Can you feel the love?
Can you feel the love?
Can you feel the love?
A little bit of love goes a long, long way
Lifting you up to a brighter day
A little bit of love goes a long, long way
Turn it around when you up and say
Everybody say Love, love, love, oh ah, love
Love, love, love (click clak, click clack, ag, bring the beat back, beat back)
Love, love, love (put your hands up)
Love, love, love (come on hen)
Love, love, love (everybody say love)
Love
Can you feel
Can you feel (oh yeah)
Can you feel
Can you feel, feel, feel the love
The lyrics of RuPaul's "Love Is Love" promote self-love and the idea that one's own confidence and hard work can lead to becoming a "diamond under pressure" and achieving success. The song encourages listeners to embrace their uniqueness and not let negativity and failure bring them down. The lyrics also reference the reality show RuPaul's Drag Race and feature verses from various drag queens from the show.
The chorus repeats the question, "Can you feel the love?" This question is a call to action for listeners to feel love and positivity within themselves and the world around them. The lyrics suggest that love is a powerful force and that one should share love with others to uplift and inspire them.
The verses from the drag queens all feature their own unique stories and personalities, but they all share a common message of self-love and perseverance. The queens reference their journeys to success, which were not easy but ultimately led to their triumphs. The lyrics also urge listeners to believe in themselves and stay focused on their goals.
Overall, "Love Is Love" is a celebratory song that encourages listeners to be proud of who they are and to pursue their dreams with love and positivity.
Line by Line Meaning
Speak it loud and say it proud
Be confident and express yourself boldly
Own it 'cause only you know how
Take pride in who you are because you are the only one who truly knows yourself
You become a diamond under pressure
Challenges make you stronger and more valuable
So keep your head up no matter the weather
Stay positive and don't let external circumstances bring you down
Turn your frown upside down
Find joy and happiness, even in difficult situations
And that's how you snatch the crown
By staying true to yourself, you can achieve greatness
And if at first you don't succeed
Failure is a part of the journey
Dust yourself off and flick that weave
Get back up and keep going
Can you feel the love?
Are you experiencing the positive emotions and support of those around you?
Bimini babes watch the queen conquer
Observe and learn from those who have succeeded before you
Law of attraction speak and you will prosper
Positive thinking and affirmations can help you achieve success
Be a savage, you know that you have this
Be confident in your abilities and go after what you want with determination and strength
Don't bring others down just to make you feel a bad, woo
Success should not come at the expense of others
Aim for the stars
Set high goals for yourself
Don't quit if you keep missing
Keep trying even if you face obstacles
Eyes on the prize
Stay focused on your goals
Only snakes be hissing
Ignore negativity and focus on positive support
Believe in yourself
Have faith in your abilities and potential
Open up your heart listen
Be receptive to feedback and advice from others
It's Ellie love, I put the D in diamond
Ellie is confident and valuable, like a diamond
These girls can't reach me
Ellie is above the negativity of others
Even if they try it
Others may attempt to bring Ellie down, but they will not succeed
Straight to the top 'cause I touch the roof
Ellie is successful and achieving great things
Girl, look at my track record, see the proof
Ellie's past successes demonstrate her capabilities
Dundee to London
Ellie has achieved success beyond her hometown of Dundee
Yes, I'm well travelled
Ellie has seen and experienced many things
Big wig but it ain't frazzled
Ellie is successful but remains composed and grounded
Click my heel like one, two, three
Ellie is in control and confident
I'm the big Gingham babe
Ellie is unique and fashionable
That was made in Dundee
Ellie's hometown of Dundee played a role in shaping who she is
A little bit of love goes a long, long way
Small acts of kindness and love can have a big impact
Lifting you up to a brighter day
Positive emotions can improve your outlook and mood
Turn it around when you up and say
Take positive experiences and use them to fuel future successes
Everybody say Love, love, love, oh ah, love
Spread love and positivity to those around you
Can you feel the love?
Are you experiencing the positive emotions and support of those around you?
Hiya hun, who's that? It's me
Lawrence introduces herself confidently
The myth, the legend, Lawrence Chaney
Lawrence has a positive reputation and is well-known
Campy, fierce and always stunning
Lawrence is confident, strong, and beautiful
Thousand faces but I ain't running
Lawrence is true to herself and unapologetic
Mama Ru came from above and now it's true
RuPaul inspired Lawrence's confidence and success
I feel the love
Lawrence feels supported and appreciated
Big gal with big wit, that's left to say?
Lawrence is confident and accomplished
Oh yeah, that's it (can you feel the love?)
Lawrence is proud of her achievements and feels supported and loved
Bring it to the runway, lights, camera, action
Bring on the challenge and showcase your talents!
Crown me baby, it's the lip synch assassin
Tayce is confident in her lip synching abilities and is competing for the crown
Who me? Like this? Yes, that's right
Tayce knows she is talented and confident in herself
Try to come for me, then believe it's on sight
Tayce won't back down from a challenge and is ready to face any competitors
If you want it, go get it
Don't wait for success to come to you; work hard and pursue it
I know that you can do it
Believe in yourself and your ability to succeed
Love is all you need
Positive emotions like love can help you achieve success and happiness
Tayce is the name, I'm about to blow
Tayce is talented and is on the verge of significant success
Baby, don't you know?
Tayce is confident and knows she will succeed
Love
Spread love and positivity to those around you
Can you feel
Are you experiencing the positive emotions and support of those around you?
feel, feel, feel the love
Let positive emotions guide you towards success and happiness
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Joseph Charles Carrano, Rupaul Andre Charles
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