The music industry continues to be changed for the better by Black talent. From R&B, gospel, rock and roll, hip hop, there’s no genre that’s untouched by Black artistry, especially when you consider Beyoncé’s recent country era. And Black queer artists continue to carry the musical torch, giving us all bops for our playlists.
Whether you fancy Lil Nas X‘s rhymes, Janelle Monáe‘s Prince-esque grooves, or Victoria Monét‘s silky smooth vocals, Black queer musicians are showing off and showing out in the music game. And while you may know popular Black queer artists like Kehlani, Frank Ocean, and Big Freedia, there are plenty of fabulous Black queer singers to choose from.
So, here are 5 Black queer singers you should know.