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15 New Queer Anthems to Add to Your Pride Playlists
15 New Queer Anthems to Add to Your Pride Playlists
Troye Sivan, Betty Who, Lady Gaga, and more!
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June 01 2017 5:25 PM EST
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15 New Queer Anthems to Add to Your Pride Playlists
Troye Sivan, Betty Who, Lady Gaga, and more!
1. "There For You" - Troye Sivan, Martin Garrix
Sivan dedicated the emotional dance-pop track to his largely LGBT following, tweeting "Not to be over dramatic, but this song is in my eyes about you guys. You guys have been there, every step of the way. Got me through last year which was a crazy one. I hope I can do the same for you."
2. "Know Your Name" - Mary Lambert
The lesbian "Same Love" singer released her new album, Bold, last month. The record's lead single, "Know Your Name" is a flirty bop about lady love that is sure to get you grooving.
3. "Rosé All Day" - Bobby Newport
Choreographer to the stars, Bobby Newport is ready to soak up the sun and a bit of day drinking with "Rosé All Day." Can you say #relatable? Your beach body might not be ready just yet, but we've found your soundtrack for the summer.
4. "Mama Say" - Betty Who
An ode to Britney Spears, you can't help but get up and move to Betty Who's infectious dance track. Now who wants to help me learn this choreography?
5. "Strangers" - Halsey, Lauren Jauregui
Halsey and Lauren Jauregui's self-professed "love song for the LGBTQ community," the bisexual pop stars sing about their past female lovers over a synthy, '80s beat.
6. "Beautiful Ones" - Hurts
An uplifting and empowering queer anthem, "Beautiful Ones" is a powerful "celebration of individuality." Lead singer Theo Hutchcraft croons "we are the beautiful ones" over a heavy beat and a soaring guitar solo, begging you not to forget it.
7. "The Cure" - Lady Gaga
The queen monster premiered "The Cure" at Coachella and dedicated the song to her fans. "I love you guys so much. I'm telling you, I have been through so much in my life and I've seen so much. You guys cure me every time with your love."
8. "Versailles" - Leo Kalyan
The openly gay singer sings of a newfound love in this dreamy and eclectic pop/r&b track.
9. "Swish Swish" - Katy Perry
Clearly written for the gays, Perry certainly knows how to get her audience on the dance floor. This Taylor Swift diss track will help you shake off all the haters in your life.
10. "Sleepover" - Hayley Kiyoko
A sexy celebration of women in love, Kiyoko hosts a sensual sleepover that'll make you want to snuggle up to the one you love.
11. "Cut to the Feeling" - Carly Rae Jepsen
Carly Rae Jepsen raptured the gays into queer heaven with her new single "Cut to the Feeling." The feel-good, bouncy '80s throwback track will surely be playing at Pride events around the country.
12. "Symphony" - Clean Bandit
The "emotional banger" of the year, Clean Bandit tells the story of a doomed loved story in the video for "Symphony." I'll definitely be crying in the club to this one.
13. "Malibu" - Miley Cyrus
The pansexual pop star returns rejuvenated and carefree with her new track, "Malibu." Dedicated to her fiancé Liam Hemsworth, Cyrus describes the song as "gimmick-free pop-rock unlike anything she has recorded before."
14. "Electric Touch" - A R I Z O N A
A R I Z O N A's touching music video for "Electric Touch" features a same-sex couple who, after starring in the video, were inspired to come out to their friends and family.
15. "Beautiful" - Betty Who
Penned after last year's Pulse shooting, Betty Who wrote this funky, inspirational dance track specifically for the LGBTQ community, to remind us all that we are beautiful and loved. The song even features gay singers Scott Hoying and Mitch Grassi from Pentatonix!
Full playlist below!
Taylor Henderson is a PRIDE.com contributor. This proud Texas Bama studied Media Production/Studies and Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin, where he developed his passions for pop culture, writing, and videography. He's absolutely obsessed with Beyoncé, mangoes, and cheesy YA novels that allow him to vicariously experience the teen years he spent in the closet. He's also writing one!
Taylor Henderson is a PRIDE.com contributor. This proud Texas Bama studied Media Production/Studies and Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin, where he developed his passions for pop culture, writing, and videography. He's absolutely obsessed with Beyoncé, mangoes, and cheesy YA novels that allow him to vicariously experience the teen years he spent in the closet. He's also writing one!