The Masked Singer Season 14 Episode 9 Recap: High Voltage Revealed

SPOILER ALERT: Details to follow for Season 14, Episode 9 of “The Masked Singer,” “Care Bears Night,” which aired March 11 on Fox.

Part of the audience is on the field. They think it’s all over. Well, it is now! Former football player and Fox sports analyst Alexi Lalas was the latest celebrity to be unmasked on season 14 of the Fox singing reality competition, as High Voltage.

Among the panelists, no one was right, although Robin Thicke was closest, while another Fox Sports analyst covering a different brand of football was Tom Brady. Ken Jeong guessed Travis Kelce. Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg went with Julian Edelman. Rita Ora thought it was Jason Sudeikis.

Lalas ended his run by performing “Bad Day” by Daniel Powter. His previous songs include Tears for Fears’ ‘Everybody Wants to Rule the World’; “Miles On It,” Kane Brown and Marshmello; and ‘Paranoid’ by Black Sabbath

Here’s what Lalas, as High Voltage, said during his first appearance this season: “When I started my career, the idea of blending in was my biggest fear. I was always more interested in being a leader in my field. Sometimes you have to go a little crazy to get a lot of attention. So I listened to my gut and billions took notice. Suddenly people were plugged in. I’ve been called a patriot, a revolutionary, changing the fabric of American culture. And my Masked Singer mission is taking that trophy take it home.”

In his second appearance, he added: “I had my own band of brothers. We’ve been through everything together. The practices, the wins and the defeats. But I knew that if I wanted a higher stake in the game, I’d have to do more than play. So I cut the cord. And went out on my own. It could have been a huge disaster. But I crushed it. I run companies, bands, podcasts, anything to keep up.”

Contestants Pangolin, Pugcasso, High Voltage and Crane opened the show by singing ‘Walking on Sunshine’ by Katrina and the Waves.

In this week’s episode, the bottom two were Pangolin and High Voltage (who was also in the bottom two last week). They battled by both performing their own versions of the Pointer Sisters’ “I’m So Excited.” Pangolin was saved, exposing High Voltage as Lalas.

Before he was unmasked, High Voltage provided another clue: Cleats. “The right shoes can get you through any game in life.”

With High Voltage gone, Pangolin, Galaxy Girl, Stingray, Cat Witch, Pugcasso and Crane remain in the competition.

Alexi Lalas (High Voltage) joins Jack Wagner (Eggplant), Heidi Montag (Snow Cone), Billy Ray Cyrus (Owl), Teddi Mellencamp (Calla Lily), Claudia Oshry (Queen Corgi), Taraji P. Henson (Scarab), Tone Loc (Handyman), Tiffany Haddish (Le Who Who), Todd and Julie Chrisley (Croissants) and David “Big Papi” Ortiz (Googly) Eyes) as the celebrities have been unmasked so far in season 14 of “The Masked Singer”.

Back for season 14 are host Nick Cannon, along with panelists McCarthy Wahlberg, Jeong, Ora and Thicke.

New this season is “America’s Insider,” in which singer, dancer and social media personality Kylie Cantrall will share behind-the-scenes hints and clues for viewers. The twist: Cantrall is dressed as Cat Witch, but will only unmask in front of viewers – so the audience knows who she is, but the panelists don’t.

The Masked Singer season 14 themed episodes include a tribute to “Star Trek,” the ’90s comedy “Clueless,” the comedy franchise “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” and the blockbuster “Twilight Saga” films. Fox’s new “Fear Factor” reboot will also feature host Johnny Knoxville in a “Fear Factor: House of Fear Night,” and an “Ozzfest Night” will honor late rocker Ozzy Osbourne, including a special tribute from “Masked Singer” alum Kelly Osbourne (Season 2’s Ladybug) who salutes her father’s musical influence.

The 18 masked contestants in season 14 include Aubergine, Pugcasso, Queen Corgi, the Croissants, Owl, 14 Karat Carrot, Snow Cone, Galaxy Girl, High Voltage, Googly Eyes, Scarab, Handyman, Crane, Le Who Who, Pangolin, Stingray, Cat Witch and Calla Lily.

According to the show, the season 14 contestants have sold a total of 94 million records, received 47 Teen Choice Award nominations, 12 Emmy nominations, two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, one Tony Award win and one Academy Award nomination.

Here were the performances from Wednesday’s episode.

Pangolin

Song: “What a feeling (Flashdance)” by Irene Cara

Clue: About Christina Perri: “Our girls’ nights together were truly some of the most meaningful and fun of my career.”

Panel guesses: Meghan Trainor, Jennifer Nettles, Sara Bareilles, Vanessa Carlton

Previous issues: “Ironic,” by Alanis Morrisette; “Mommy, I’m Coming Home,” by Ozzy Osbourne

Previous panel estimates: Sara Bareilles, Christina Perri, Katy Perry, Vanessa Carlton, Michelle Branch

Voiceover from Pangolin: “It’s Care Bears night and I love being here. But the Jenny, as you guessed, it’s going to take you a thousand years to get me. So, spoiler alert, I have a friend here who can bring you to your senses. Take a look at this colossal clue.” (Christina Perri: “You’re dead wrong. She’s not me, and I’m not her. But Pangolin and I do love a girls’ night together and I can’t wait for the next one.”)

High voltage

Song: ‘Bad Day’, by Daniel Powter

Clue: Cowboy on a horse. “I love a small country. I know how to make an entrance. And I’ve felt 22 for a long time.”

Panel guesses: Dax Shepard, Travis Kelce, John Rich

Previous issues: ‘Everyone Wants to Rule the World’, by Tears for Fears; “Miles On It,” Kane Brown and Marshmello; ‘Paranoid’ by Black Sabbath

Previous panel estimates: Conan O’Brien, Julian Edelman, Jimmy Fallon, John Stamos, Billie Joe Armstrong, John Rzeznik, Tim Allen

High-voltage voice-over: “Are we talking about feelings tonight? Well, I’m feeling super charged. But panel, you’re still completely in the dark. So here’s something to shock you. And I’m talking to you, Rita. Because spoiler alert, the biggest clue was right in your face the whole time. Don’t be grumpy, I’m just stating the obvious.”

Pugcasso

Song: ‘Dreams’, by the Cranberries

Note: Olympic torch. “To be part of the Olympic Games changed my life forever. I never thought I would attract the attention of the whole world.”

Panel guesses: Gavin DeGraw, Jason Mraz, Pat Monahan

Previous issues: “Just,” by Alex Warren; “Fake Plastic Trees,” by Radiohead; ‘Too Much’ by Spice Girls

Previous panel estimates: Train’s Dan Reynolds, Darren Criss, Ryan Tedder, Jack Johnson, Rob Thomas, Pat Monahan; Vance Joy; Charlie Put

Pugcasso voiceover: “Like those Care Bears, I have all the feelings about making it this far. But Ken, I’m tired of watching you throw paint at the wall. I mean, you’re a sportsman. So spoiler alert: this isn’t my first competition. I even took the Olympics by storm. I’m just trying to help.”

Crane

Song: “Good luck, honey!” by Chappell Roan

Clue: Marriage proposal from a football player. “I just started my next chapter with a big win. And I couldn’t be happier.”

Panel guesses: Taylor Swift, Normani

Previous issues: “It’s Not Right, But It’s Okay,” by Whitney Houston; ‘Say You’ll Be There’ by Spice Girls

Guesses from previous panelists: Misty Copeland, Mya, Ashanti, Keke Palmer, Ciara

Crane voiceover: “I never thought I’d be at the bottom last time. It made me realize how lucky I am to be here. But you said the same wrong name twice. So, spoiler alert. Robin, I’m not Ashanti. Does that ruffle your feathers?”

Previous winners of ‘The Masked Singer’ include T-Pain as Monster (Season 1), Wayne Brady as Fox (Season 2), Kandi Burruss as Night Angel (Season 3), LeAnn Rimes as Sun (Season 4), Nick Lachey as Piglet (Season 5), Jewel as Queen of Hearts (Season 6), Teyana Taylor as Firefly (Season 7), Amber Riley as Harp (Season 8), Bishop Briggs as Medusa (Season 6). 9), Ne-Yo as Cow (Season 10), Vanessa Hudgens as Goldfish (Season 11), Boyz II Men as Buffalos (Season 12) and Gretchen Wilson as Pearl (Season 13).

“The Masked Singer” comes from Fox Alternative Entertainment. Rosie Seitchik, Craig Plestis and Cannon are executive producers, while Seitchik serves as showrunner. The series is based on the South Korean format created by Mun Hwa Broadcasting Corp.