In a world where genres become pop-up tents at a carnival—seriously, who needs official classifications when you’ve got catchy tunes?—JoJo Siwa has stepped into the spotlight with a bold proclamation about “gay pop.” After a whirlwind of reactions, she took a moment to clarify her thoughts, revealing that while the term is often tossed around, it doesn’t quite earn its stripes as an official music genre. Sure, we can groove to vibrant beats and heartfelt lyrics from a myriad of talented artists, but as Siwa points out, they deserve a much more substantial platform than they’re currently given. Is it time for a musical revolution where “gay pop” gets the recognition it deserves, or are we stuck with the status quo forever? Let’s unpack this delightful blend of artistry and identity, shall we? LEARN MORE.
Siwa later clarified her comments, saying, “So, here’s the thing. Gay pop, right, is a thing that people have done, but it is not an official genre of music. … It is a style, but it is how there’s rap, there’s rock, there’s R&B, there’s pop. Gay pop is not an official genre of music. If you look on the iTunes charts, there is no, there’s a pop chart. … Yes, there’s so many gay pop artists. Oh my God. There’s so many, but I think that those gay pop artists do deserve a bigger home than what they have right now.”