New Music Friday: Two LGBTQ+ 'American Idol' Alums Drop Powerful Songs
The votes are in... and these songs are hits!American Idol fans remember David Hernandez's top 12 placement on the seventh season of the hit show.
While some may recall his performances, others may remember the scrutiny he faced regarding rumors of his sexuality and previous experience as a stripper."When I was on American Idol, I was shamed for being a stripper and shamed for being gay.
Now I'm doing the same thing and I'm out publicly, but I'm getting paid now. Look at me now," Hernandez said. Earlier this year, Hernandez dropped his latest EP Don't @ Me, which gave the singer an opportunity to own his sexuality on his own terms."This wasn't a bitter EP.
I'm in a place now where if you don't agree with what I'm doing or if you don't like what you see, Don't @ Me. Keep it moving.
