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A little drag through history

6) Rediscover some classic tunes and what they really refer to!

Lola, by The Kinks

The lyrics of ‘Lola’ recall a local male virgin’s night out in ‘Old Soho’, where a stunning lady’s strength and deeper voice hint she’s not who she seems.

Dude (Looks Like a Lady), by Aerosmith

As stated by co-writer Desmond Child, Steven Tyler was the inspiration to create the titular character ‘Dude’ after mistaking Mötley Crüe’s Vice Neil for a beach blonde woman, or ‘Lady’. It was featured in the movie Mrs. Doubtfire, you might have already heart it!

Born this Way, Lady Gaga

‘Born this Way’ is not only about love and equality and accepting your unique self, it’s also the LGBTQIA+ anthem song! It’s for anyone who’s out of the mainstream and affirms its strength in its confident and powerful lyrics and instrumentals.

King for a Day, by Green Day

‘King for a Day’ details about a cross-dresser, recounting his earliest experiences as a child in his mother’s closet: “Just wait till all the boys get a load of me.”