![]() ![]() That doesn't mean I think it's ruining her legacy or whatever. While Vulgar is not for me, I don't have a problem with it existing at all and these collabs are a good strategy. ![]() Vulgar is a lot more wooden than the typical Charli track. Somebody compared it to Shake It, which is not my favorite Charli song but Vulgar doesn't really have the sonic playfulness and variety of a Charli trash bop like Shake It or Delicious or I Got It. And like I said, I think Charli would have more fun with it in terms of the production. But it might also be true because frankly Charli inhabits just for fun bops better than Madonna typically does. Earlier in the thread there was a comment about how people would be more into Vulgar if Charli was on it and that might be true. People tend to prefer her deeper side and I don't think there's anything wrong with that as long as said people don't try to encroach on her artistic agency. I think heavyish/thoughtful plays more to her strengths though and that was one reason Madame X was more well received critically than the three that came before it (and there clearly was just more effort put in). Just more attention to detail and language and less sloppy/simplistic thinking on the political songs.Ĭlick to expand.Yeah, it was. And I'm not saying it has to all be deep. She can do better and she has done better. Like I said, I thought there was a lot to like lyrically on Madame X and she can still turn a cool phrase when she wants to ("Platinum gold/Inside your soul") and Rebel Heart had some good lyrics when it wasn't busy being bottom of the barrel (for every Living For Love, there was unfortunately an Iconic) but this was the woman who wrote Spanish Eyes, Promise To Try, Sanctuary, etc (I really can go on). ![]() As much as I adore her, it's pretty obvious. Unfortunately, her lyricism has been a bit low effort after American Life. She's an inconsistent songwriter who sometimes puts in the effort lyrically and sometimes doesn't. She wouldn't be celebrated to the extent she is if that were true. And when you need that little extra boost of confidence, music’s got your back.Click to expand.Yeah, I just don't think Vulgar is particularly worth retconning Madonna's songwriting as always having been unsubtle and lacking of wit. Regressive, fear-based tactics are being used to disenfranchise and silence the LGBTQ+ community, which makes living our truth as important as it’s ever been. As you browse the selections on this list, check out what actions you can take against the anti-LGBTQ+ bills in legislatures across the country. To keep this countdown diverse, artists were only allowed one song on this list, and it is still growing and changing as our fight continues. Besides the best-known songs that are essential to a list like this, we wish to highlight the queer musicians who deserve a spotlight, too. There are Billboard Hot 100-topping sensations and hidden gems that are forgotten or yet to be discovered instant classics and songs that grew to be our community’s favorites. There are introspective slow jams by queer artists and allies that mirror our struggles with self-acceptance and social rejection. You will see many overlaps between this list and some of the best house and disco tracks that were blasted in the ballrooms, as well as transformative hits by our beloved big-voiced divas. Deeper and Deeper was the second single released from Madonna’s 1992 album Erotica. While it’s impossible to define exactly what makes a song “gay,” this list definitely isn’t straight. These songs are a testimony to our resilience and excellence. We have recorded our history and contribution to the culture through music, and with this list we acknowledge and remember the forerunners that have made possible the positive changes we’ve seen over the decades. How does a song become a gay anthem? Like the LGBTQ+ community itself, our soundtrack is vast and diverse. ![]()
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