Gay male artists

Ashnikko - Slumber Party (feat. Always hoping for the best, taking what life throws at you, and trying to find the sweetness in it all.

Check out: ‘WIYULD’

Evann McIntosh - WIYULD feat.

Her recent single, “Mad” makes me want to yell at my summer crush, cry about it at the lake, and then dance all the feelings away while I remember how incredible I am.

Check out: ‘Lovestained’

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Arlo Parks

Sometimes heartbreak needs a soundtrack to help you get through it, and that’s where Arlo Parks comes in.

An icon. From those crafting futuristic pop anthems to a generation of singer-songwriters forging a new canon of love songs, these are the queer musicians to watch long after Pride Month is a wrap.

Peach PRC

Peach PRC’s world is pink, pop-y, and maybe “Perfect For You.” The Aussie singer-songwriter’s single of that name interpolates Paris Hilton’s “Stars Are Blind,” inspired by the times Peach and her girlfriend shared their headphones to listen to the 2006 hit.

His debut EP, COLORWAY, invites you into his world of sultry R&B, synthscapes, and tight harmonies. Pick an euphemism for “the best to ever do it” when talking about queer music, and they will still be at the top of that list. Germ / Nah you’re not rad at all.”

It’s hard to find words to describe Kehlani that don’t end in “heartthrob.” Maybe that makes sense, the lesbian R&B star has turned their concerts into welcome spaces of queer thirst.Their duets with everyone from Teyana Taylor to their ex Victoria Monét are so hot they could melt paint off of walls.

“Having trouble giving grace, to every one of my mistakes,” she confides on “someone that i used to be,” accompanied by a soft piano and the soft timbre of Oladokun’s voice, it’s easy to see why so many connect to this singular talent. But still, even by those standards, there was no preparing for the way that Dove Cameron took every ounce of the venom that once upon a time made her kid’s icon in Disney’s Descendents series (where she played the daughter of Maleficent) and flip it into such piercing queer seduction in 2022’s “Boyfriend.”

“I can be a better boyfriend than him,” Dove croons, her voice graveling.

“I wish all queers a friendship like boygenius sings about.” Shortly after announcing a hiatus from their collaborative work, boygenius absolutely dominated the 2023 Grammys.

While many artists are celebrated for their allyship, this list highlights the queer musical talents that are carving out space for themselves and creating art that helps the LGBTQIA+ community feel seen and heard in an industry that often leaves them behind.

Sharing the intimacy of coming into yourself with a legion of queer fans and fandroids is vulnerable, tough work. Shake first hit the Billboard Hot 100 as a featured artist on the song “Escapism” by Raye, which went viral on Tiktok. Known for his untrained baritone voice, Mika has left a lasting impact on modern pop music with his catchy tunes.

His songs often delve into deep emotions and explore themes of love and self-acceptance.

8. George Michael

George Michael was an incredibly talented English singer-songwriter, record producer, and musician.

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A former member of the girl group Fifth Harmony, Lauren Jauregui really leaned into her queer identity when pursuing her fantastic solo career. Parks’ music feels like poetry and encourages you to want to create your own, to explore your emotions, whatever they may be, and be easy with yourself as you do.

There’s nothing casual about her and that’s why we’re obsessed. Despite facing challenges, Sam Smith continues to make waves in the music industry, with hits like “Latch” reaching number 11 on the charts.

7. Mika

Mika, a talented singer-songwriter, is essential to the LGBTQ+ community.

“W.A.P.” was an anthem, but it was really “Bongos” — which features both bisexual rappers mimicking scissoring in the music video, with the song’s cover art decked out in bi pride colors —that etched their music in the queer pantheon forever. “I can do the shit that he never did… I can be such a gentleman.” Who knew that they were teaching game like that at the Mickey Mouse Club?

She snagged a Best Rap Album Grammy this year for 2024’sAlligator Bites Never Heal.

All Disney kids grow up to be gay, we don’t make the rules. Despite his fear of disappointing fans, Manilow decided to come out and share his truth with the world.

His career spans seven decades, and he is known for hit songs like “Could It Be Magic” and “Looks Like We Made It.”.

Coming out as gay has been a beautiful experience for Manilow, who was honored for his long-standing career.

And while surely Meg can protect herself if needed, seeing the head coach bisexual hotties get her well deserved flowers never gets old.(-CP)

“King of Latin Pop” Ricky Martin first emerged as a standout heartthrob of the oft-shifting Puerto Rican boy band Menudo before launching a solo career in the ’90s, while also working as an actor.