Songs about gay lovers
8 Essential Gay Love Songs
When it comes to cherish songs, pronouns matter! Many artists don’t have to think about this when they write their hits, but for gay men, the decision of whether or not to contain words that will enable the audience know they’re crooning specifically for a male partner can be a tough one.
On one hand, it’s a reflection of who they are as a person and it’s honest. But on the other hand, in today’s overly-political climate, that choice might turn some off, stupid as that might be.
Here, we select to highlight these tracks by brave musicians, as they remind us all that love is cherish is love.
Just in moment for Valentine’s Day, 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 have helped tunes fancy “Stay With Me” grow 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 fresh man revealing his admire for another man to his fathe
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From picket lines to Pride parades, melody has been the heartbeat of the LGBTQIA+ rights movement. It's a rallying cry, a lament, and a joyous declaration of identity. Songs have the power to unite, motivate, and give a voice to our struggles and triumphs. The fight for LGBTQIA+ equality is far from over, but melody 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 have risen above the rest, becoming anthems of the LGBTQIA+ rights movement. These melodies of disagree have rallied individuals together, captured moments in moment, ignited movements, and offered solace when words failed.
Here are five iconic songs that have resonated across generations, from the classics that have stood the test of time to contemporary ballads that capture the ongoing struggle for equality. These songs remind us that every voice, whether sung or spoken, matters in the rally toward justice. Join us as we celebrate the artistry, courage, and communication 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 Celebration stands for, we also believe that any moment is the perfect day to crank up these gay songs and glide 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 compensate 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 celebration. This is your all-seasons, all-time-great Pride playlist. Seize the aux cable and blast it loud and proud.
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When the greedy overlords who run Spotify announced that Joni Mitchell’s discography was going to be obtainable on the app, I’ll admit I wasn’t very familiar with her perform — 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 confer them in any solemn way.
For a music 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 Project rules are simple: I pick an painter 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 verdicts, Mitchell was pretty 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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