Music has always acted as a voice and as a means of communication.
Ideas spread more easily through songs than perhaps anywhere else. Recently one
of the most outspoken songs for equality was released by Macklemore and Ryan
Lewis, the song is called Same Love. The song was released in the summer
of 2012 during the campaign of Washington Referendum 74, which allows same-sex
marriage in the state of Washington. Though the song only reached 72 on
Billboard Hot 100, it still made the list which shows the progress made in this
country.
Since the gay rights movement began musicians have tried to set an
example of being out and proud. Melissa Etheridge, Elton John, Tracy
Chapman, Adam Lambert and up and coming duo Tegan and Sara are all out
musicians they are just a few. Speaking from experience these artists do put
their careers on the line when they come out. My father used to love Melissa
Etheridge, had all of her albums but when he found out she was a lesbian he
destroyed them. He refuses to listen to her music and hates that I like to
listen to her songs.
The influence musicians have over our thoughts and ideas make
their craft very special. They have the ability to mainstream an issue with
just a few notes. We should all step up to help support these artists gay and
ally alike!
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