In a shocking reveal on The Masked Singer, singer-songwriter Edwin McCain, best known for his 1990s hit “I’ll Be,” was unmasked as the mysterious Nessy during the show’s “Soundtrack of My Life Night” on April 23. McCain had been performing under the Nessy costume, delivering his rendition of Lady Gaga’s “Million Reasons.”

Why He Took Part

McCain shared that his decision to join the show stemmed from his desire to create a fun moment for his daughter, explaining, “There’s a million reasons I love my daughter. I did all this because either she’d think it was funny or think it was cringy, but either way I’m winning.”

He also discussed the challenges of performing in the Nessy costume, mentioning the intense heat inside the suit but expressing gratitude for the cooling ice packs provided. McCain’s participation in The Masked Singer wasn’t just about the music; it was also a way to step out of his comfort zone and experience a new adventure in his already varied career, which has seen him perform around the world, from Korea to Djibouti.

Panel Guesses

During the episode, the panelists made several guesses about Nessy’s identity. Robin Thicke was the only one to correctly guess McCain, while other panelists had speculated names like Johnny Rzeznik, Dave Matthews, and John Popper.

McCain’s Career and Future Plans

McCain recently released Lucky, his 11th solo album, marking his first collection of new music since 2011. He is gearing up for an upcoming U.S. tour with Train in August and September. Aside from his music career, McCain has also appeared on Flippin’ Ships, an Animal Planet series, and hosts Inside Music with Edwin McCain on SiriusXM.

The Current “Masked Singer” Contestants

As McCain leaves the stage, the competition continues for the remaining contestants: Coral, Pearl, Boogie Woogie, Mad Scientist Monster, and Yorkie. The episode also featured performances by these contestants, including Coral’s rendition of Avril Lavigne’s “Sk8er Boi” and Pearl’s take on “Your Love” by The Outfield. Fans of the show can expect more surprises as the season moves closer to its finale.