6.11.24 Adam News and Info

I agree that the word "icon" is used very loosely and way too often. But I think Adam shows a focus and dedication that is lacking in some others. He will always be gay and will always have that connection and a desire to be an advocate. Some artists make a career out of that alone. Look at Bono. For years, he has been best known for his work as an advocate for human rights of all kinds. Some artists make those efforts an integral part of their career, not just an add-on. I want Adam to be able to sing and perform for the rest of his life. He loves it. But he can do all those other things, too. There's plenty of room. He's got a big heart and a great personality. Should pay off for him in the long haul, I hope.

I agree that Adam is an "icon." The first out gay artist to get a #1 album on the BB charts was huge. And that coming off of all the attacks and roadblocks he endured at the beginning of his career. He certainly had a much harder time than those who came behind him. But even with those challenges, he came out of it with a high profile career and became a multi-millionaire, even before he joined Queen. Could he have achieve more hits if those roadblocks had not been there and he received more support from major labels and radio? Yes. And many of the LGBT artists had major hits before they came out. Hard to say if they would have achieved them if it had been known when they first came on the scene. So to me, Adam has earned that status of the gay icon.

As far as Adam's music goes, none of us are claiming that WE know what music Adam will do later. He has been known to change his mind and direction. And right now, he is making the music he likes for himself and his community. It is just a preference for rock and emotional ballads (showcasing his vocals) that some of us would like to see from him so we talk about it. It may or may not happen again. Imo, not much different than those who like to see him do pop, electronic and dance music. Those who like him with the heavy makeup and those of us who prefer to see that gorgeous face with a little less. Those who look forward to the makeup tutorials and those who think enough already, lol. Those who are interested in his friends/acquaintances dressed in drag at the clubs or house parties and those who scroll for lack of interest. Some of us wanted him to lose the extra weight (he did not look healthy, imo) and others thought he was too old at 40 to make a change and get in shape. At first, he complained about "fat shaming" but he took care of the weight when he really wanted to. And he looks healthy, great, sexy and back to wonderful fashion. At the end of the day, it is all just conversation. We do not carry much weight or have a say, lol. Adam will do what he wants when he wants with his music, makeup, friends and performances. And we will complain, question or not but will continue to support him and hope he succeeds and is happy with his choices. HA.