From heartbreak to anger to unbridled enthusiasm, LGBTQ+ artists were making tons of music this year--and making good music, at that.
The year started off strong, with boygenius debuting their first studio album. Sufjan Stevens finally officially came out, (although it was sadly due to the death of his long-term partner), as did Billie Eilish. Janelle Monáe jumped back into music with a new release, while Kesha wrapped up her obligations to Dr. Luke, and Fletcher released a new single revisiting the past just under the tab.
All said and done, we somehow managed to narrow things down 25 of the best our faves had to offer this year, so buckle up for the ride!
25. “You Only Love Me” by Rita Ora
24. “The Bend” by King Princess
23. “Will Anybody Ever Love Me?” by Sufjan Stevens
22. “Pretty Girls” by Reneé Rapp
21. “Funk Rave” by Anitta
20. “Perfect For You” by Peach PRC
19. “feel it now (alive)” by Wrabel
18. “Hungry Heart” by Hayley Kiyoko, Steve Aoki, & Galantis
17. “Love Song” by LP
16. “How High?” by Ice Spice
15. “Flowers” by Miley Cyrus
14. “The Rush” by Janelle Monáe”
13. “To be honest” by Christine and the Queens
12. “SWINE” by Demi Lovato
11. “Be Your Man” by G Flip
10. “Live for Me” by Omar Apollo
9. “One That Got Away” by MUNA
8. "We're All Gonna Die” by Joy Oladokun ft. Noah Kahan
7. “Eat the Acid” by Kesha
6. “Not Strong Enough” by boygenius
5. “Raw Raw” K. Flay
4. “What Was I Made For?” by Billie Eilish
3. “Red Wine Supernova” by Chappell Roan
2. “Sand” by Dove Cameron
1. “Eras of Us” Fletcher
