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After all, there's a reason the superstar, who publicly came out as bisexual in a interview with Barbara Walters, is called Mother Monster. He's cheerfully clapped back about everything from the explicit queerness of his music videos and his place in the modern pantheon of hip-hop to conservative outrage over Pride-themed merchandise at retailers like Target.

Of course, there are dozens to highlight, but take a look at how queer artists like Sivan and Lady Gaga and allies like Taylor Swift and Madonna have helped fans shine as their authentic selves. The LGBTQ+ community has long been celebrated within the music industry, as some of the biggest stars of the late 20th century and beyond have identified themselves as such.

I just never understood why people were so obsessed with what people do to be happy. Just focus on what you can do to be happy. She's also championed women's rights and trans rights during performances, using her platform to promote change and to uplift oppressed communities.

At nearly every turn, Gaga has used her platform to uplift her queer fans, giving them some of the greatest gay anthems of a generation, from "Born This Way" to "Abracadabra. And as she continues to stake her claim as a household name, Roan is ensuring that queer women are both seen and heard.

And Pride has always been a special time of the year to celebrate visibility and inclusion in the music industry — a place where everyone deserves to show up and be seen and heard! The second the next thing comes along, it will be like, 'Hey, we don't hate women and gay people anymore.

You guys, we're the f—in' lifeline of the world, I'm not even kidding. I think things are going to be fine. But those who stand for the community are fighting even harder.

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In MayFreedia suffered a devastating loss when her partner of 20 years, Devon Hurst, passed away from complications with diabetes. I'm not really afraid to do that. As she rocketed up the charts with early hits like "Poker Face" and "Bad Romance," the pop star was unequivocal about her connection to the queer community, whether that meant telling an interviewer on the red carpet that her inspiration came from " God and the gays " or famously dismissing transphobic questions about her own anatomy in a sit down with Anderson Cooper.

Happy Pride, everybody," Troye Sivan declared on stage on June 6. Explore the realm of gay pop musicians who have shaped culture with their commercial appeal, danceable rhythms, and queer sensibility. Since then, he's been consistently outspoken about his experiences as a gay artist in the music industry.

We've rounded up our top picks along with their best songs!. Years later, she admitted her now-famous response to the offensive line of questioning was a conscious and purposeful effort to support any trans or intersex fans who'd found a safe space in her music.

Music has always been a powerful medium for expression, and over the years, numerous gay musicians have made an indelible. Discover artists across various genres who embody the essence. Let's do something else now. Editor's Note: This article was originally published on June 21,and was updated on June 11, with the additions of Chappell Roan and Lady Gaga.

The outspoken star, who identifies as a lesbian, has unabashedly weaved her sexuality into her music, whether she's pining for a "Super Graphic Ultra Modern Girl," calling out compulsory heterosexuality in "Good Luck, Babe! I think it's sad.

Lil Nas X has never been shy when it comes to sticking up for the queer community — and he usually does so with a healthy dose of snarky humor on social media.

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The German pop princess opened up about her experience growing up trans and the vulnerable state of trans youth in the ongoing political climate in the cover story of Out 's Pride issue. Looking for a list of the best gay singers and gay musicians of all time?

Upon receiving the award, the bounce music trailblazer took to Instagram with a determined message, writing, "There's still so much work to do to fight discrimination and I will continue to work on behalf of our whole community to spread love, acceptance, inclusion and everyone's right TO BE FREE.

A staple on the roster of Pride events across the country every year, Who shared an empowering message ahead of hitting the stage at World Pride in Washington D. Because those are the people who reflect back to you what a special and amazing person you really are… You can't let other people hold you back from living your life and feeling the joy that you absolutely deserve to feel.