Don’t Forget the Lyrics!: Game rules and prize
DON’T Forget the Lyrics! is back in 2022 for a revival hosted by Niecy Nash. The original game show ran from 2007 to 2009 and was hosted by Wayne Brady. What are the rules of the show? Don’t Forget the Lyrics is a game show hosted on the Fox network. Contestants have a total of […]
DON’T Forget the Lyrics! is back in 2022 for a revival hosted by Niecy Nash.
The original game show ran from 2007 to 2009 and was hosted by Wayne Brady.
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What are the rules of the show?
Don’t Forget the Lyrics is a game show hosted on the Fox network.
Contestants have a total of nine categories of songs to sing from, Decider reports.
Each contestant must pick two songs to sing, which they sing karaoke style.
There is a screen helping the contest along before it begins to have blanks.
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It is up to the contestant to fill in the blanks of the missing lyrics.
The host, Niecy Nash, can help them along by telling them the number of words in the lyrics the contestant is missing.
Along with the host’s help, the contestant can also have a “backup singer” such as a family member or friend to help them.
They also receive up to three words to use at a time when they need them.
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Once they lock in the lyrics and if they get them correct, the contestant can move up the money ladder.
What does the winner receive?
If the contestant locks in the lyric correctly, they will win the grand prize ranging from $25,000 to $1million.
The tenth category is the $1million prize spot.
Don’t Forget the Lyrics is said to be a combination of the shows Name That Tune and Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?
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The show premiered on May 23, 2022.
Fox announced Nash as the host of the show on April 28, 2022, via Twitter.
The account wrote: “Get ready for
@NiecyNash! Don’t miss #DontForgetTheLyrics — a new musical series coming soon to @FOXTV.”
Nash is a comedian and actress known for her roles in Claws, Reno 911, Reno 911! Miami, and more.
How can I watch Don’t Forget the Lyrics?
Viewers can tune into the show on Mondays on the Fox network.
Don’t Forget the Lyrics is on at 8/7c.
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Fans can also catch up on episodes on the show’s website.
It is also available to stream via the Hulu app the following day the episodes air.
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