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She’ll keep spinning until the groove’s gone. Aquaria is officially spinning into her Maddie Ziegler era, appearing as a dancer in the music video for “Slow Song” by The Knocks and Dragonette. Here’s what fans are saying about this RuPaul’s Drag Race winner and her perfectly curated appearance in the YouTube video. 

Aquaria is the winner of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ season 10

Aquaria attends Killstar's Black Hexmas
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ winner Aquaria attends Killstar’s Black Hexmas | Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Killstar

She’s the girl from New York City. Aquaria appeared on RuPaul’s Emmy Award-winning reality series RuPaul’s Drag Race, introducing the world to her unique brand of New York City humor and fashion.

With a Snatch Gamer performance of the former First Lady Melania Trump and two stunning “inner saboteur” runways, Aquaria landed her spot on the Top Four of her season. 

After weeks of spirited competition, Aquaria emerged as “America’s Next Drag Superstar,” earning the title, the cash prize, and the crown. Thanks to a recent partnership with The Knocks, this winner is now in her “Maddie Ziegler era,” referencing the Dance Moms celebrity.

Aquaria starred in the ‘Slow Song’ music video for The Knocks 

In 2022, The Knocks and Dragonette released “Slow Song” just weeks ahead of the album History. In addition to premiering this single on most major streaming platforms, this band debuted an original music video. 

The YouTube production earned over 300 thousand views, making it one of The Knocks’ most popular videos to date. Part of what made this video so unique was the inclusion of Aquaria, who danced along to The Knocks’ latest release. 

Complete with a blonde-blue hairstyle, Aquaria made her dancing debut in style. The drag performer also appeared in the single art for “Slow Song.” She later took to social media, sharing clips on her Instagram account and commenting on the experience on her Twitter.

“Currently in my Maddie Ziegler era,” Aquaria tweeted, along with several heart-eye emojis. “‘Slow Song’ single art // History album art. @theknocks new album History out April 29.”

Fans shared their love for ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ winner Aquaria and her ‘Slow Song’ cameo

Thanks to one tweet, fans learned that Aquaria is considered an icon by the “Slow Song” band. In addition to earning thousands of likes on her Instagram post, some shared supportive comments on The Knocks’ YouTube video. Drag Race fans mentioned Aquaria’s dancing skills.

“Aquaria is a breath of fresh air, breathing extra life into this amazing sound,” one YouTube comment wrote. “What a great way to showcase great sound and Queenish drag. Definitely on repeat!”

The irresistible 80s synth disco sound pairs perfectly with the incredible presence and dancing ability of Aquaria,” another YouTuber commented. 

Of course, Aquaria always has several projects lined up. She partnered with Tinder for the “Big Rainbow Project, even releasing cosmetics products with the makeup company NYX. The artist also released her original song “Burn Rubber,” available on Spotify. 

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