Walk1nghe3rt - Let's Rock!

I can now see my messages and discovering they were all a bunch of spam kinda made me sad… (even though I’m still debating on the last one)

Rebel Rebel by David Bowie

Song first appeared in 1974, on the album Diamond Dogs. I already recommended this one but, EVERYTHING about this songs make it a hit choice for Pride Month Recs.

First it was coupled with Queen Bitch (David Bowie - Queen Bitch (Old Grey Whistle Test, 1972) (youtube.com)) on the B face of the Vinyl, a song sung in gay vernacular about being an active participant of "the gay life".

Secondly, the lyrics make a lot of allusion at being Gender Non-Conforming, Transgender and Non-Binary. They make allusion at the Punk subculture and possibly reference the Drag scene (with the famous Drag Queen Divine).

And last but not least, DAVID BOWIE HIMSELF. David Bowie is a bisexual artist (first come out as gay, then later as bisexual), who used to crossdress and defy gender norms. He was a queer icon that inspired generations of LGBTQIA+ people, from the 70's to nowaday.

Hyde Park, London, September 1976

Rebel Yell by Billy Idol

This one is a bit more known, but not enough to me

Happy Birthday, David Bowie!

Starman by David Bowie

A legendary classic to commemorate an icon that would have hit 77years old today... Rest in peace, Mister Bowie

Lil Nas X did a cover of Jolene and Dolly Parton responded to it on twitter

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[ID: Screenshots of two tweets. The first one is by Dolly Parton and it says "I was so excited when someone told me that Lil Nas X had done my song #Jolene. I had to find it and listen to it immediately…and it's really good. Of course, I love him anyway. I was surprised and I'm honored and flattered. I hope he does good for both of us. Thank you @LilNasX". The second tweet is Lil Nas X responding to the Dolly Parton tweet by simply saying "HOLY SHIT" in all caps. End of ID.]

Please, spread this for those who might need it right now

U.S. suicide hotline: call or text 988 (available 24 hours)

U.S. trans lifeline: (877) 565-8860 (when you call, you’ll speak to a trans/nonbinary peer operator. full anonymity and confidentiality)

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) – provides 24/7 confidential support and referrals for individuals and families facing mental health and substance use disorders, including panic attacks and anxiety.

LGBT National Help Center: (888) 843-4564

Trevor Project: Call (866) 488-7386, text START to 678-678, or chat online.

Take care of yourself and each other. Please stay safe ♡

Freddie, Hammersmith Odeon, 1975.

📸 Credits: ©️Queen Productions Ltd.

I Love My Car by Queen

(You really thought I would post music on April's Fool Day ? Here's Freddie Mercury killing it instead)

Freddie Mercury posing on his car

November Rain by Guns N'Roses

Famous song of the album Use Your Illusion I, in 1991. One of the longest, whose clip released in 1992 won an MTV Video Music Award !

(Lyrics under the cut)

[Instrumental Intro]

[Verse 1] When I look into your eyes I can see a love restrained But, darlin', when I hold you Don't you know I feel the same? Yeah

[Chorus] Nothin' lasts forever And we both know hearts can change And it's hard to hold a candle In the cold November rain

[Verse 2] We've been through this such a long, long time Just tryna kill the pain, ooh yeah But lovers always come and lovers always go And no one's really sure who's lettin' go today, walkin' away If we could take the time to lay it on the line I could rest my head, just knowin' that you were mine, all mine

[Chorus] So, if you want to love me Then, darlin', don't refrain Or I'll just end up walkin' In the cold November rain

[Refrain] Do you need some time on your own? Do you need some time all alone? Ooh, everybody needs some time on their own Ooh, don't you know you need some time all alone?

[Bridge] I know it's hard to keep an open heart When even friends seem out to harm you But if you could heal a broken heart Wouldn't time be out to charm you, woah-woah

[Guitar Solo]

[Refrain] Sometimes, I need some time on my own Sometimes, I need some time all alone Ooh, everybody needs some time on their own Ooh, don't you know you need some time all alone?

[Guitar Solo]

[Verse 3] And when your fears subside And shadows still remain, ooh yeah I know that you can love me When there's no one left to blame

[Chorus] So, never mind the darkness We still can find a way 'Cause nothin' lasts forever Even cold November rain

[Guitar Solo]

[Outro] (You're not the only one, you're not the only one) Don't ya think that you need somebody? Don't ya think that you need someone? Everybody needs somebody You're not the only one, you're not the only one Don't ya think that you need somebody? Don't ya think that you need someone? Everybody needs somebody You're not the only one, you're not the only one Don't ya think that you need somebody? Don't ya think that you need someone? Everybody needs somebody You're not the only one, you're not the only one Don't ya think that you need somebody? Don't ya think that you need someone? Everybody needs somebody

Lyrics by Genius : Guns N' Roses – November Rain Lyrics | Genius Lyrics