Every Derrick Lewis Walkout Track Ranked: Video Clues and Octagon Energy
By Chloe Bennett
Q1: What is Derrick Lewis's most frequently used walkout song?
A1: Fat Pat’s 1998 classic "Tops Drop" is Lewis’s primary walkout track. He has used it in several of his biggest fights, including his legendary victory over Alexander Volkov at UFC 229 and his highlight-reel win against Marcos Rogério de Lima at UFC 291.
Q2: Does Derrick Lewis ever use music outside of Southern hip-hop?
A2: Very rarely. While Lewis has occasionally surprised fans, such as walking out to Mr. Bigg's Alabama-rooted underground classic "Trial Time" against Rodrigo Nascimento, he almost exclusively selects southern rap records with strong regional ties, avoiding pop or mainstream modern trap.
Q3: Which walkout song accompanied his UFC heavyweight knockout record?
A3: Lewis reclaimed and extended his lead for the most knockouts in UFC history using "Tops Drop" by Fat Pat when he stopped Chris Daukaus in December 2021, and later used "Trial Time" by Mr. Bigg when capturing his 15th promotional knockout against Rodrigo Nascimento in May 2024.
Q4: Why does Derrick Lewis prefer slow-tempo songs before stepping into the cage?
A4: Lewis has stated in multiple media scrums that he prefers staying relaxed and calm backstage. Slow, chopped-and-screwed Houston basslines keep his heart rate steady, preventing adrenaline dumps before he needs to unleash his knockout power.
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