Songs about gay lovers
When the greedy overlords who run Spotify announced that Joni Mitchell’s discography was going to be available on the app, I’ll accept I wasn’t very familiar with her work — other than knowing she is beloved by other queer people. Growing up, I was surrounded by music but my parents’ tastes were specific, and I kind of followed suit. As a result, there are some older artists who I heard sometimes but never in their entirety and never enough to discuss them in any solemn way.
For a tune appreciator like me, some of these blindspots were a little embarrassing, so I came up with a self-imposed ongoing homework assignment I have simply titled “Discography Project.” The Discography Proposal rules are simple: I pick an artist from my ever-expanding list and I listen to their discography — including live albums, special collections, and remasters — in chronological order. I also read criticism of the albums and try to gather any and all context regarding their creation.
Due to some initial opinions, Mitchell was beautiful far down on my list. But with the explosion of excitement on social media about the Spotify news and a small nudge from my editor Drew, I decided to bump her up. Eve
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From picket lines to Identity festival parades, music has been the heartbeat of the LGBTQIA+ rights movement. It's a rallying sob, a lament, and a joyous statement of identity. Songs have the force to unite, arouse , and give a voice to our struggles and triumphs. The fight for LGBTQIA+ equality is far from over, but music has been there every step of the way, providing a soundtrack of both defiance and hope.
In the journey toward justice and equality, certain songs hold risen above the rest, becoming anthems of the LGBTQIA+ rights movement. These melodies of disagree have rallied individuals together, captured moments in time, ignited movements, and offered solace when words failed.
Here are five iconic songs that have resonated across generations, from the classics that possess stood the assess of time to contemporary ballads that capture the progressing struggle for equality. These songs remind us that every voice, whether sung or spoken, matters in the pride toward justice. Unite us as we celebrate the artistry, courage, and note of solidarity woven into each of these tracks.
1. I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor
Initially released in 1978 as a B-side,
Thirty days of summer is a pretty paltry window of time to commemorate the LGBTQ+ community, and Pride is so much more than a month of parades and celebrations – it’s life. And while we’d never baulk at an excuse to celebrate everything that Self-acceptance stands for, we also believe that any moment is the perfect moment to crank up these gay songs and travel that rainbow flag.
That’s why we’ve assembled a 50-song playlist perfectly calibrated for Pride Month and beyond, featuring some of history’s greatest queer artists and LGBTQ+ allies who disburse more than lip service. You’ll find party anthems, pop songs, disco infernos and punk-rock proclamations, so there’s no need to wait for the pride. This is your all-seasons, all-time-great Pride playlist. Seize the aux cable and blast it loud and proud.
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8 Essential Gay Love Songs
When it comes to love songs, pronouns matter! Many artists don’t hold to think about this when they write their hits, but for gay men, the verdict of whether or not to include words that will permit the audience know they’re crooning specifically for a male significant other can be a tough one.
On one hand, it’s a reflection of who they are as a person and it’s straightforward. But on the other hand, in today’s overly-political climate, that choice might turn some off, stupid as that might be.
Here, we choose to highlight these tracks by brave musicians, as they remind us all that love is love is love.
Just in time for Valentine’s Diurnal, here are eight love songs by men (and nonbinary artists) about men.
Sam Smith – “Him”
Smith avoided using specific pronouns on their debut album In The Lonely Hour, which may own helped tunes like “Stay With Me” become as massive as they did. The Grammy winner changed course on their sophomore set The Thrill Of It All, especially on the tune “Him.”
The poignant ballad recounts the story of a young gentleman revealing his love for another man to his fathe