The Masked Singer [1] includes so many great singers this season, but one character that really has fans stumped is the Crocodile. After their performance of "It's My Life" by Bon Jovi in episode two, many fans believed it could actually be Bon Jovi behind the mask, but now we're not so sure. Their second performance of "Toxic" by Britney Spears [2] sounded like a completely different person! Based on the clues alone, the most popular theory is that it's actually Backstreet Boys singer Nick Carter. Interestingly enough, Carter was supposed to appear on the show [3] last season as the Turtle, but had to turn it down due to scheduling conflicts. Of course, the character ended up being Jesse McCartney, who came in second place. See what other theories we have [4] ahead.
Is Nick Carter the Crocodile on The Masked Singer?
Not only does the voice sound just like the Backstreet Boys singer, but the clues match up as well. In their clue video, there is a shot of an orange tree, which could be a nod to Carter growing up in Florida. The first clue video also had a few references to Las Vegas, which matches up with BSB's recent residency.
Is Adam Lambert the Crocodile on The Masked Singer?
A popular guess from the judges is singer Adam Lambert [6]. While his voice is a little bit different, the style certainly matches up. Lambert has sported many similar pink suits over the years. The clue video also notes that he hopes to make a "wicked big splash," and Lambert previously appeared in a LA production of Wicked.
Is Swizz Beatz the Crocodile on The Masked Singer?
Some fans think Swizz Beatz is behind the mask based on specific one clue from earlier in the season [7]. The Crocodile said "a special set of keys reversed my game forever," which many people believe to be a reference to Beatz's wife Alicia Keys [8].
Is Brendon Urie the Crocodile on The Masked Singer?
Another popular theory is Panic! At The Disco singer Brendon Urie. Not only does he have the falsetto like the Crocodile, but some of the clues also match up. The wicked clue could be a reference to Panic! At The Disco's song "Pray for the Wicked" and the pineapple with a fish in it could be a nod to his Polynesian's roots on his mother's side. Plus, he grew up in Las Vegas, which matches up with the Las Vegas references in the first clue video.
Is Neil Patrick Harris the Crocodile on The Masked Singer?
Other fans think actor Neil Patrick Harris [9] is the Crocodile. Some think the pineapple in the clue video is actually a reference to his popular series How I Met Your Mother [10], which included an ongoing joke about a "pineapple incident." There is also an Italian flag in the clue video, and Harris married David Burtka in Italy.