![]() In recent years, as queer artists have gained more mainstream visibility in the music industry, the content of queer love songs has noticeably shifted in new, bold directions. Look no further than Melissa Etheridge’s “Come to My Window” or George Michael’s “Fastlove” for proof. ![]() So when given a platform to express themselves openly, it’s no wonder that LGBTQ talents have penned or performed exceptionally moving, deeply affecting love songs. So, should it really come as a surprise that LGBTQ artists write some of the best love songs around?Īfter all, queer folks were told on a regular basis throughout history that their way of loving was wrong (let’s be honest - in many cases and places, we are still being told that). ![]() For centuries, love stories - in the form of songs, plays, books or films - have used the concept of “forbidden love” as a narrative device to heighten the tension and drive a story forward.
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