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23 Songs By LGBTQ Artists That You're Going To Want On Your Playlist ASAP

BRB, grabbing my speaker.

If you're like me and you're always on the prowl for a new favorite song, look no further! You're about to have 23 new favorite songs.

1. "Don't Judge Me" by Janelle Monáe

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Good vibes all around. Janelle Monáe is a fucking treasure, but you already knew that.

2. "Easy" by Troye Sivan

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I know you've been hearing Troye Sivan's name a lot lately, so I sincerely hope you're already a fan. If not, let me be the first to congratulate and welcome you. You're gonna like it here.

3. "Graceland Too" by Phoebe Bridgers

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Oh, and you've definitely been hearing about this gem, Phoebe Bridgers, a lot too. Her music feels like a much-needed hug, and her Twitter is my happy place.

4. "Got My Number" by Kim Petras

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An absolute BOP. Fun, fierce, and flirty. Let's go.

5. "L.O.V.E. Me" by Hayley Kiyoko

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This song WILL get stuck in your head, but you won't be mad about it.

6. "Let You Let Me Down" by Donna Missal

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This is THE song to play on repeat when you're going through it. Feel those feelings!

7. "Ego" by Gia Woods

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Sexy, and a little bit spooky. I dig.

8. "Water" by Kehlani

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Immaculate vibes. I just want to bump this song in my car every time I drive.

9. "Golden G String" by Miley Cyrus

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I really love Miley Cyrus's honesty and vulnerability here. It's such a deeply personal song, yet it hits close to home for so many listeners.

10. "No Valet" by Siena Liggins

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Let me be frank: This song makes me want to gently throw ass at a club. Maybe one day.

11. "Pink + White" by Frank Ocean

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Frank, we need more music. Please. We are so hungry for it.

12. "I Hate Everybody" by Halsey

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You're probably already a Halsey fan, so you don't need my persuasion, but this song hits me in the heart.

13. "Wise Woman" by Jason Mraz

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This song sparks JOY. It is so pure. I just want to lie in the grass and soak up the sun.

14. "Moment" by Victoria Monét

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One word: HOT.

15. "Bring U Down" by Lil Nas X

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This song goes fucking hard. Why do I feel like I'm at a rock concert RN?

16. "Malibu" by Trixie Mattel

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This song just feels like a burst of summer sun. So fun, so free, so beachy.

17. "I Don't Owe You Anything" by Tegan and Sara

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This song makes me feel like I'm at the turning point of a coming-of-age movie where my character breaks up with her toxic ex and decides to embrace her ~true self.~

18. "Dicen" by Pablo Alborán

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Romantic AND an absolute bop. My heart is fluttering.

19. "Blood & Thunder" by Laura Jane Grace

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So tender, raw, and filled with yearning and love.

20. "Impossible" by Clairo

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Clairo's sound is undeniably comforting and inviting, and this song feels like slipping in and out of a daydream.

21. "Get It While You Can" by Janis Joplin

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Listen to this legend. You can feel every word she's singing deep in your heart and the pit of your stomach.

22. "Missing Out" by Syd

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This song is pure catharsis for me, tbh.

23. Finally: "Love Me 4 Me" by Rina Sawayama

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This is the kind of song that's guaranteed to boost your mood by 110%, especially if you blast it and dance around your room.

Okay, now go grab your headphones or a speaker and get listening!