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Khalid, Lil Nas X, Janelle Monáe & more: 14 Black queer musical geniuses who are redefining pop
Artists like Rachel Chinouriri, Infinity Song, and Willow Smith are elevating rock while Jon Batiste, Russell Thomas, and Davóne Tines are changing the classical landscape. And when it comes to innovating country music, Beyoncé, Shaboozey, and Taylor Adel are each leaving their mark on the genre.But pop music is an exceptionally creative playground for Black musicians. And Black queer musicians specifically impact the genre in unforgettable ways—as they grab the top spot on the music charts, break industry records, challenge industry norms, and snag numerous accolades along the way.To highlight the work of these innovative queer music artists, we’ve curated a few of our favorite Black queer pop stars that are changing the pop game forever.
