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.
Mother of the House
RuPaul Lyrics
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It's that lady boss who paved the way for
All the hungry children
To get paid on television
Mother stay up in the kitchen
And she making some delicious
Know she clearly got a vision
Yeah, her game's some type of vicious, uh huh
I'm in charge of the girls
They be hitting that dip, they be giving that twirl
They be serving up feels
They could do it in heels, they ain't nothin' but real
You begin your life, when she tucking that pipe tell me what is your type
Kitty got nine lives, she be doin' it right
When you repping this house better bring it
Do you not see all this?
Do you not see these heels?
Do you not see this crown?
Do you not see I'm fish?
Do you not see I'm real?
Mother of the house
Do you not see all this?
Do you not see these heels?
Do you not see this crown?
Do you not see I'm fish?
Do you not
Bitch get back when I step on the runway
I'm in charge of the girls
They be hitting that dip, they be giving that twirl
They be serving up feels
They could do it in heels, they ain't nothin' but real
You begin your life, when she tucking that pipe tell me what is your type
Kitty got nine lives, she be doin' it right
When you repping this house better bring it
Do you not see all this?
Do you not see these heels?
Do you not see this crown?
Do you not see I'm fish?
Do you not see I'm real?
Mother of the house
Do you not see all this?
Do you not see these heels?
Do you not see this crown?
Do you not see I'm fish?
Do you not see I'm real?
Mother of the house
Serving realness, we serve it up
Charm and poise above the cut
Je ne sais quoi, with a juicy butt
Gon' make you squeeze it
Gon' fill ya cup
Spin the wheel, we got lady luck
You wanna make a mill?
You gotta spend a buck
Finesse the coin, we rake it up
So tell ya boys that the jig is up, what
My hunty believe that we do guarantee that
This is the season, I don't need a good reason
I do guarantee that we turn it up to a hundred degrees, yeah
You know that we ready to serve ya
We have it charisma uniqueness that nerve and that talent
My hunty believe that we do guarantee that
This is the season, I don't need a good reason
I do guarantee that we turn it up to a hundred degrees, yeah
Talent, that nerve, that charisma, uniqueness
We 'bout to serve it, now who wanna eat it?
Do you not see all this?
Do you not see these heels?
Do you not see this crown?
Do you not see I'm fish?
Do you not see I'm real?
Mother of the house
Do you not see all this?
Do you not see these heels?
Do you not see this crown?
Do you not see I'm fish?
Do you not see I'm real? (come on)
I'm in charge of the girls
They be hitting that dip, they be giving that twirl
They be serving up feels
They could do it in heels, they ain't nothin' but real (work)
You begin your life (walk), when she tucking that pipe tell me what is your type (work)
Kitty got nine lives, she be doin' it right
When you repping this house better bring it, bring it
I'm in charge of the girls
They be hitting that dip, they be giving that twirl
They be serving up feels
They could do it in heels, they ain't nothin' but real
You begin your life, when she tucking that pipe tell me what is your type
Kitty got nine lives, she, bitch get back
When I step on the runway
Do you not see all this?
Do you not see these heels?
Do you not see this crown?
Do you not see I'm fish?
Do you not see I'm real?
Mother of the house
Do you not see all this?
Do you not see these heels?
Do you not see this crown?
Do you not see I'm fish?
Do you not see I'm real?
Mother of the house
Do you not see all this?
Do you not see these heels?
Do you not see this crown?
Do you not see I'm fish?
Do you not see I'm real?
Mother of the house
Do you not see all this?
Do you not see these heels?
Do you not see this crown?
Do you not see I'm fish?
Do you not see I'm real?
Mother of the house
The lyrics to RuPaul's song "Mother of the House" celebrate RuPaul herself as the ultimate matriarch and leader of the drag community. The song serves as a powerful anthem, acknowledging RuPaul's influence and impact on the LGBTQ+ community, particularly in the realm of drag and reality television.
The song begins by emphasizing RuPaul's role as a trailblazer, someone who has paved the way for the "hungry children" (referring to aspiring drag queens) to find success on television and be financially rewarded. The lyrics emphasize her determination and vision, suggesting that her game is "some type of vicious." This speaks to the fierce and unapologetic nature of RuPaul's personality and the unwavering commitment she has shown to her craft and her community.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Do you not see all this?" with a series of questions about RuPaul's presence and accomplishments. The lyrics mention her heels, crown, fishiness (a term used to describe someone who appears convincingly feminine), and realness, all of which highlight her power and authenticity. This section serves as a call for recognition and respect for RuPaul's contributions to drag culture.
The second verse restates RuPaul's authority over the drag queens, highlighting their talents and ability to captivate an audience. The lyrics indicate that the true beginning of a drag queen's life is when RuPaul "tucks that pipe," a reference to the tucking technique used to create a smooth appearance, indicating that RuPaul is the one who bestows legitimacy and acceptance upon them.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake up sugar baby
Pay attention and listen, my dear
It's that lady boss who paved the way for
I am the strong, influential figure who created opportunities for others
All the hungry children
All the aspiring individuals who desired success
To get paid on television
To achieve financial success and recognition through the medium of television
Mother stay up in the kitchen
I am constantly working, putting in the effort
And she making some delicious
And I am creating something amazing
Know she clearly got a vision
You can clearly see that I have a clear plan and direction
Yeah, her game's some type of vicious, uh huh
My game is fierce and relentless, you better believe it
I'm in charge of the girls
I am responsible for leading and guiding the group of individuals
They be hitting that dip, they be giving that twirl
They showcase their dance moves and stylish spins with confidence
They be serving up feels
They deliver emotions and experiences that resonate with others
They could do it in heels, they ain't nothin' but real
They can perform flawlessly even in high heels, and they are truly authentic
You begin your life, when she tucking that pipe tell me what is your type
Your true journey starts when you receive guidance and support from an influential figure who knows what's best for you
Kitty got nine lives, she be doin' it right
I have multiple opportunities for success, and I always make the most of them
When you repping this house better bring it
When you represent this group, you need to bring your best and shine
Do you not see all this?
Are you not aware of all the amazing things happening here?
Do you not see these heels?
Can't you see the fabulousness of these high heels?
Do you not see this crown?
Are you blind to the symbol of my power and authority?
Do you not see I'm fish?
Can't you recognize my attractiveness and femininity?
Do you not see I'm real?
Don't you understand that I am genuine and authentic?
Serving realness, we serve it up
We confidently present our true selves and deliver authenticity
Charm and poise above the cut
We possess grace and elegance that sets us apart from others
Je ne sais quoi, with a juicy butt
We have an undeniable allure and a desirable physique
Gon' make you squeeze it
We will make you desire and appreciate it
Gon' fill ya cup
We will satisfy and fulfill your desires
Spin the wheel, we got lady luck
Take a chance, and luck will be on our side
You wanna make a mill?
Do you want to earn a million dollars?
You gotta spend a buck
You have to invest and take risks to achieve financial success
Finesse the coin, we rake it up
We skillfully accumulate wealth and resources
So tell ya boys that the jig is up, what
Let everyone know that our success is undeniable and unstoppable
My hunty believe that we do guarantee that
My dear, trust and have faith that we will deliver on our promises
This is the season, I don't need a good reason
This is our time to shine, and we don't require justification
I do guarantee that we turn it up to a hundred degrees, yeah
I promise that we will bring our best and create an incredibly intense experience
You know that we ready to serve ya
You are aware that we are prepared to provide you with a great experience
We have it charisma uniqueness that nerve and that talent
We possess a combination of charm, originality, confidence, and skill
We 'bout to serve it, now who wanna eat it?
We are about to present something amazing, so who is ready to enjoy it?
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Rupaul Charles, Frederick Minano
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