Being seen—and heard—matters. Music has always been a safe space for queer people to feel, heal, and get free. And when lesbian artists sing their truth? It hits different.
Whether you’re crying in bed, dancing alone, or falling in love all over again, these iconic lesbian (and sapphic) singers have put words to our deepest feelings—and built visibility while doing it.
Here are 10 famous lesbian singers who’ve inspired millions, one lyric at a time:
🎶 1. Melissa Etheridge
One of the OGs—she came out in the 90s and never looked back. Her raspy voice and powerful lyrics made her a rock icon and a queer trailblazer.
Listen to: Come to My Window, I’m the Only One
🎤 2. Hayley Kiyoko (aka “Lesbian Jesus”)
She made queer love the main plot, not the subplot. Her music videos openly feature WLW love stories, and her fans adore her honesty and softness.
Listen to: Girls Like Girls, What I Need
💔 3. Kehlani
Openly queer and fiercely fluid, Kehlani brings a raw, emotional edge to R&B. Her journey through heartbreak and healing speaks to so many.
Listen to: Honey, Melt, Nights Like This
🌈 4. Brandi Carlile
A Grammy-winning folk-rock queen with lyrics that cut deep and heal slow. Brandi writes about motherhood, love, and being unapologetically queer.
Listen to: The Joke, The Story
🔥 5. King Princess
Sexy, messy, and very sapphic. She doesn’t hold back—and her songs reflect everything from casual flings to real vulnerability.
Listen to: 1950, Talia
🎧 6. Syd (from The Internet)
Syd brings a chill, smooth vibe to queer R&B. Her lyrics are intimate and lowkey—perfect for slow dancing with someone you trust.
Listen to: Body, Right Track
👑 7. Tegan and Sara
These Canadian twins basically raised a whole generation of queer girls in the 2000s. Their indie-pop sound was everywhere and unapologetically gay.
Listen to: Closer, Back in Your Head
💃 8. Arlo Parks
Soft, poetic, and thoughtful. Arlo’s lyrics read like diary entries, and she sings about queer love with such tenderness.
Listen to: Eugene, Black Dog
💥 9. LP (Laura Pergolizzi)
Power vocals + dramatic energy = queer anthems for the soul. LP blends rock, pop, and soul with a genderfluid vibe.
Listen to: Lost On You, When We’re High
💋 10. Girl in Red
If you’ve heard “Do you listen to girl in red?”—you know. Her music screams teenage queer angst in the best way.
Listen to: We Fell in Love in October, I Wanna Be Your Girlfriend
💌 Final Thoughts
These singers aren’t just making music—they’re building queer culture. They’ve helped thousands feel seen, soft, and strong at the same time. And they remind us that being a lesbian isn’t a limitation—it’s a whole soundtrack.
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