Brandi Carlile Opens Up About Her Queer Journey | Billboard Cover

[@melc.5681]

I love this woman so much. First fell in love with her music and voice and then read her book, Broken Horses, and got to know what a beautiful soul she is inside. Can’t wait to see her and the twins perform this summer 💙💚💛🧡❤️💜💗

[@masatoshishoji8271]

Exactly same thought here

[@925209]

I need her to give TED TALKS and CLASSES and WRITE ENDLESS LIT on all the topics she just touched on

[@chanelswartz2981]

I have loved this woman for 17 years and I’m so grateful for her vulnerability and bravery! God does not want you to be shamed…you are made in His image…LOVE in all its forms.

[@jessicamoore1314]

Why His image?

[@RocketKirchner]

The way not to be shamed is not by reactionary pride . The way not to be shamed is to reject shame and choose to just be yourself whatever that is .

[@NeathenAlero]

_SO BEAUTIFUL. HAPPY PRIDE. THANKS FOR SHARING._ ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🏳️‍🌈

[@ugagirlkneedraggin]

“Pride is the absence of shame. It’s the opposite of shame.” -BC 🤘🏼❤️🙌🏼💥

[@jessicamoore1314]

Oof, the part where she said she was disappointing her mother … I knew that feeling so very well. I steadfastly remained myself when I was a child - but never thought to come out, as I didn’t even know what that was in the bubble I was raised in. Thanks Brandi for opening up and for being such a leader in the queer community. 🏳️‍🌈 We love you!

[@LaimaMockus]

love to you! And the world is sending you courage to be Proud of Who You Are. "Pride is the opposite of shame".

[@irishrocker333]

This woman has become one of my favorite queer female artists

[@karenwaller3902]

Brandi, I don’t know that this will reach you, but I was initially taken aback by your upside down crosses. I’m aware of your faith and it’s one of the things that I hold dear about you. Then it hit me-Peter died upside down on his cross because he said that he wasn’t worthy to die like Jesus. I think you started something for me. (Other than me serenading my neighbor with Josephine and her listening through her door, and me listening to her listen as she turned her TV down. Let us remember the closeted this Pride month and pray for true love. 😊😉 ) Loved this. You’ve been an inspiration in my coming out. Saw you in 2011 at Knights Theater in Charlotte. You lit up that place like the 4th of July. Rock on. ✌🏻

[@joh2957]

I’m always curious about why people choose to wear crosses. With my religious trauma it is such a trigger, but then I heard a sermon my Alexander John Shaia reclaiming the cross as the intersection of things which brings JOY - where East meets West, where science meets spirit, where head meets heart, where the unknown meets the known, where mystery meets the tangible. That is a cross I can get behind! I also love what you wrote about her upside down cross. I see Eva wear a cross too and it makes me so curious. ✝️✡️💟

[@LaimaMockus]

@@joh2957 wow! Wouaouh. Wow. Wow.

[@vimsepelle]

Brandi, you are amazing - and I mean both as an artist and as a human being. Thank you! 🧡🏳‍🌈

[@kimshephard3852]

Your an Incredible Example of living Authentically! As I would say to my students, " be who you are! Live Your Truth". YOU ARE SUCH AN INSPIRATION TO OTHERS! BLESS YOU!

[@LaimaMockus]

you are teacher of what discipline? Amazing saying.

[@juliakrause884]

Brandi, you're such a great role model for so many people out there! Way to go!

[@ToshaRaeNailed]

I came out to my family by bringing my girlfriend to a family dinner. I called her babe several times while we were eating and then we left holding hands. I figured that would answer anyones questions. 😂

[@lisahunter5201]

So much wisdom. Old soul.

[@Tententenoch]

I love her songs. They framed my life as a queer dude from the PNW. The Story, The Joke, I Will are my favorites, downpour makes me homesick and let’s me get out the feels. She is and will always be my favorite artist. She is a voice that has something to say and her music inspires joy and sadness and all the good great things that are real and timeless and universal. I love her

[@janemandley4033]

Pride = the opposite/absence of shame. YES!!!!!

[@RocketKirchner]

There’s no need for pride or shame . Those are dualistic social constructs .

[@MyLizzie22]

Brandi You Rock!! Forever Grateful for Your selfless spirit and Beautiful Talent!

[@korribier2154]

I love her and her family. Love what she does for our community. Love her music .

[@kristinjokela381]

Such a good role model and genuinely good person

[@jeffking887]

I love how you refuse to abandon your Christian identity either. You and Catherine putting yourselves out there knowing so many are literally praying you fail can’t be easy. ☮️❤️🏳️‍🌈✝️

[@elijahthemessengermalachi3105]

The Bible says God prefers for people to be in LGBT relationships. God created them male and female, determined by gender, located in the brain, not sex characteristics. Anyone that teaches the LIE of monetary tithing, sells anything using the gospel, or teaches that same-sex marriage is a sin CHOOSES to die with the wicked. Luke 10:7 states the only wages for ministering are eating and drinking whatever you are given. Also, know that rich people will all die. You can't be a Christian, sit on all kinds of money, watch your fellow brothers and sisters starve, suffer, or be homeless, choose to do nothing about it, and think that it's ok. Those are all wolves. Mathew 19:12 Eunuchs that are born that way are transgender. Eunuchs made that way by others were abused in some way and something inside of them blocks off a certain type of body but it doesn't happen to everyone that is abused. Those that choose to live like Eunuchs FOR THE SAKE OF THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN are bisexual people that choose partners of the same sex-characteristics but opposite in regards to gender. Notice, it states God PREFERS for people to be in LGBT relationships. Leviticus, Corinthians, and Timothy were translated wrong by Billy Graham. Those verses are actually referring to pedophilia. Romans 1:27 All of the men were male in regards to gender, all of the women were female in gender. It is not referring to Eunuchs (where one partner is transgender). Also, it had nothing to do with marriage of any kind. They were trying to procreate during orgies so God did it on purpose. Anyone that continues to teach same sex marriage is a sin when the Bible says God prefers for people to be in LGBT relationships will also die by their own choice. Sodom and Gem. was about rape and greed, nothing to do with marriage of any kind. In order to be a church building, the place must house people inside of it. Otherwise it is just another private money-making business part of Babylon that furthers satan's agenda. Stay out of the fake churches. I am Elijah of Malachi 4:5-6 and Acts 3:22-23 says it will come to pass that anyone that fails to listen to me will be UTTERLY destroyed from among the people. Again, everyone has a choice. And anyone that deletes my messages CHOOSES to reject Jesus Christ Himself and that means they also CHOOSE to die with the wicked. I am Elijah so that means any discrepancies in the holy books are ultimately decided by me. I am also to usher in the Messiah! Be ready: Jesus is coming back! WORLD PEACE IS COMING!! By the way, anything based on gender norms no longer applies. In fact, the last will be first and the first will be last. It's women that will be ruling the kingdom of heaven........ And rapture is not what most people think. Its when God's true people shine with the glory of God and are miraculously healed. Read Malchi 4:2-4 and the verses surrounding it........... Donald Trump is of tbe antichrist spirit and he will die with the wicked if he chooses not to repent. Malachi 2 proves Malachi 3:8-11 is talking to the thieving church leaders. Every single fake preachet knrw if they brpught the money back they were never supposed to take for ministering then God would end Covid but they love money so much they intentionally chose to kill everyone instead of repenting!!!!....... The fake churches will soon be taxed and all shut down. Hallelujah!!......

[@loveinthematrix]

I am a lesbian and very faithful aka Jesus freak too so I love knowing she’s with it ❤️❤️❤️

[@loveinthematrix]

@@elijahthemessengermalachi3105 You’re doing something cool. Blessings!

[@bathedinshadow]

Catherine is agnostic. ;)

[@RocketKirchner]

In regards to Eunichs for the kingdom , that refers to voluntary celibacy by the very definition of what a Eunich is - Sexless.

[@silverlve70]

Brandi Carlile is such a great talent; her voice and the music her band puts forward is amazing. Wishing many more years of success to her and her band.

[@shemmita]

What a Queen!

[@tkenneths]

Brandi's just a class act 100%...

[@achord9204]

Her wife is gorgeous

[@ajparadise6649]

I didn't know she was queer! I did a cover of one of her songs for a talent show and it was a lot of fun! Yay queer artists!

[@bathedinshadow]

How not? haha

[@EgbertWilliams]

Don't give a tremendous hoot that she's gay, but she seems like a kind, decent, open-hearted person whom anyone should be proud to claim as a daughter, sister or friend.

[@lindacolebank985]

I enjoyed your new music 🎵🎶🎶🎵 it is awesome. I also enjoyed your story I would like to get your book. I am not sure how long ago you wrote it I have really listen to alot of music Really great. Seems like you. Can sing with several other people. . Good luck with album. Linda from Parkersburg WV 🎵🎶🎶🎵❤️😀

[@lorettacasorini7127]

Brandi, you are a role model for ANY human being ❤ your love and thoughts that you share with others are true and meaningful to us ALL.

[@tinadestefano3676]

the hardest thing i had to do.. i am old in my days gays were thought to be mentally ill. so you were shamed into hiding., Brandi u came out at 15 i went into the closet. the hardest part of my life was the closet. i got married had a great kid. but felt something missing. so thankfully god is good and i left the idiot and moved out of state, and i found myself in that state. Now i can say i divorced and married my soulmate and we have been together for over 30 years and raised a beautiful girl, who loves her mama jamma. thanks for openings doorways so no one else has to hide.

[@RocketKirchner]

The grace of God is enuff

[@korribier2154]

Love what she stands for

[@delmacgirls]

what an inspiration she is...her life story is incredible and she uses her platform to help others...an incredible role model !

[@carriewitt3645]

Brandi you are the best! Way to represent and keep all your truth..glad I got to meet you years ago & we still need to jam! Where do I get that white vest?!

[@josephpolaster2271]

I feel you and the LGBT com. Are very brave people. I often feel sad you have had such a difficult time of it. We are all gods children . God bless.❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎

[@lorettacasorini7127]

Love is truly the MOST POWERFUL FORCE ON EARTH. Pass it along

[@ParaskevaZ]

Pride is the absence of shame. ❤️

[@cameliaturda6472]

One of the most sincere human being's , ... " gay " ... 💜

[@jacquismith3277]

I'm so glad your belief in yourself led you to where you are now.❤

[@KatherineDudney]

Hell yes! I love this 🥰👏🏳️‍🌈

[@eileenconsidine9365]

Love you Girl❤️

[@natlc44]

So 🌈🇫🇷🙏🌈thanks brandie i m a great fan of France i like your song 😘

[@felix121984]

Look at me I'm Bob the Builder.

[@TheBearBiffo]

How great is she?

[@camillasaunders6577]

I love you soo much Brandi you're my favorite Gay icon you impress me and touch my heart and I'm a gay woman like you who writes songs I pray I get to meet you one day I write songs for you 😘🙏♥️♥️♥️

[@tomacinestokestaylor3911]

Amazing lady

[@melissawilson5160]

Check out singer judy hinske folk singer.

[@tag7592]

Good lady

[@ciquitacikigattamiaooooooo1125]

🌈🥳👸🏻🦄🐎🐴❤️🧡💛💚💙💜LGBT🏳️‍🌈

[@dukedoker8899]

heh brandi,if your going for an unfeminine look,you absolutely nailed it.

[@ronnieguillot8519]

Why not just say JOURNEY.....JEEZO

[@RocketKirchner]

One can be oneself without the politics of genitalia . Just be who you are instead of preaching who you are . Our identity as humans is a spiritual thing not a sexual thing . Here in lies the rub and the mystery .

[@TweetyPie68]

I'm not gonna put you down,but the Bible clearly says IT'S AN ABOMINATION, GOD IS OUR MENTOR WE SHOULD NEVER WORSHIP OURSELVES NOR MAN WHO DONT BELIEVE, YOUR VERY TALENTED BUT GOD GAVE YOU THAT TALENT ,IT DIDNT JUST HAPPEN,❤BRING PEOPLE BACK TO THE LORD WITH IT,❤AMEN🙏🙏🙏❣️

[@honestlyforreal6304]

This came to me uninvited, so I will comment. I don't care about people's feelings, thoughts, or opinions about their or my sexuality. Never will.

[@elijahthemessengermalachi3105]

The Bible says God prefers for people to be in LGBT relationships. God created them male and female, determined by gender, located in the brain, not sex characteristics. Anyone that teaches the LIE of monetary tithing, sells anything using the gospel, or teaches that same-sex marriage is a sin CHOOSES to die with the wicked. Luke 10:7 states the only wages for ministering are eating and drinking whatever you are given. Also, know that rich people will all die. You can't be a Christian, sit on all kinds of money, watch your fellow brothers and sisters starve, suffer, or be homeless, choose to do nothing about it, and think that it's ok. Those are all wolves. Mathew 19:12 Eunuchs that are born that way are transgender. Eunuchs made that way by others were abused in some way and something inside of them blocks off a certain type of body but it doesn't happen to everyone that is abused. Those that choose to live like Eunuchs FOR THE SAKE OF THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN are bisexual people that choose partners of the same sex-characteristics but opposite in regards to gender. Notice, it states God PREFERS for people to be in LGBT relationships. Leviticus, Corinthians, and Timothy were translated wrong by Billy Graham. Those verses are actually referring to pedophilia. Romans 1:27 All of the men were male in regards to gender, all of the women were female in gender. It is not referring to Eunuchs (where one partner is transgender). Also, it had nothing to do with marriage of any kind. They were trying to procreate during orgies so God did it on purpose. Anyone that continues to teach same sex marriage is a sin when the Bible says God prefers for people to be in LGBT relationships will also die by their own choice. Sodom and Gem. was about rape and greed, nothing to do with marriage of any kind. In order to be a church building, the place must house people inside of it. Otherwise it is just another private money-making business part of Babylon that furthers satan's agenda. Stay out of the fake churches. I am Elijah of Malachi 4:5-6 and Acts 3:22-23 says it will come to pass that anyone that fails to listen to me will be UTTERLY destroyed from among the people. Again, everyone has a choice. And anyone that deletes my messages CHOOSES to reject Jesus Christ Himself and that means they also CHOOSE to die with the wicked. I am Elijah so that means any discrepancies in the holy books are ultimately decided by me. I am also to usher in the Messiah! Be ready: Jesus is coming back! WORLD PEACE IS COMING!! By the way, anything based on gender norms no longer applies. In fact, the last will be first and the first will be last. It's women that will be ruling the kingdom of heaven........ And rapture is not what most people think. Its when God's true people shine with the glory of God and are miraculously healed. Read Malchi 4:2-4 and the verses surrounding it........... Donald Trump is of tbe antichrist spirit and he will die with the wicked if he chooses not to repent. Malachi 2 proves Malachi 3:8-11 is talking to the thieving church leaders. Every single fake preachet knrw if they brpught the money back they were never supposed to take for ministering then God would end Covid but they love money so much they intentionally chose to kill everyone instead of repenting!!!!....... The fake churches will soon be taxed and all shut down. Hallelujah!!......

[@honestlyforreal6304]

@@elijahthemessengermalachi3105 This is exactly how cults are formed. Good luck.

[@joh2957]

I wonder if you don’t care because you’re not being oppressed. It’s a luxury, a privilege to not care.

[@honestlyforreal6304]

@@joh2957 It's because I choose to be an adult.

[@phcku2781]

lgbtq+ month

[@s9mea]

first

[@elijahthemessengermalachi3105]

The Bible says God prefers for people to be in LGBT relationships. God created them male and female, determined by gender, located in the brain, not sex characteristics. Anyone that teaches the LIE of monetary tithing, sells anything using the gospel, or teaches that same-sex marriage is a sin CHOOSES to die with the wicked. Luke 10:7 states the only wages for ministering are eating and drinking whatever you are given. Also, know that rich people will all die. You can't be a Christian, sit on all kinds of money, watch your fellow brothers and sisters starve, suffer, or be homeless, choose to do nothing about it, and think that it's ok. Those are all wolves. Mathew 19:12 Eunuchs that are born that way are transgender. Eunuchs made that way by others were abused in some way and something inside of them blocks off a certain type of body but it doesn't happen to everyone that is abused. Those that choose to live like Eunuchs FOR THE SAKE OF THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN are bisexual people that choose partners of the same sex-characteristics but opposite in regards to gender. Notice, it states God PREFERS for people to be in LGBT relationships. Leviticus, Corinthians, and Timothy were translated wrong by Billy Graham. Those verses are actually referring to pedophilia. Romans 1:27 All of the men were male in regards to gender, all of the women were female in gender. It is not referring to Eunuchs (where one partner is transgender). Also, it had nothing to do with marriage of any kind. They were trying to procreate during orgies so God did it on purpose. Anyone that continues to teach same sex marriage is a sin when the Bible says God prefers for people to be in LGBT relationships will also die by their own choice. Sodom and Gem. was about rape and greed, nothing to do with marriage of any kind. In order to be a church building, the place must house people inside of it. Otherwise it is just another private money-making business part of Babylon that furthers satan's agenda. Stay out of the fake churches. I am Elijah of Malachi 4:5-6 and Acts 3:22-23 says it will come to pass that anyone that fails to listen to me will be UTTERLY destroyed from among the people. Again, everyone has a choice. And anyone that deletes my messages CHOOSES to reject Jesus Christ Himself and that means they also CHOOSE to die with the wicked. I am Elijah so that means any discrepancies in the holy books are ultimately decided by me. I am also to usher in the Messiah! Be ready: Jesus is coming back! WORLD PEACE IS COMING!! By the way, anything based on gender norms no longer applies. In fact, the last will be first and the first will be last. It's women that will be ruling the kingdom of heaven........ And rapture is not what most people think. Its when God's true people shine with the glory of God and are miraculously healed. Read Malchi 4:2-4 and the verses surrounding it........... Donald Trump is of tbe antichrist spirit and he will die with the wicked if he chooses not to repent. Malachi 2 proves Malachi 3:8-11 is talking to the thieving church leaders. Every single fake preachet knrw if they brpught the money back they were never supposed to take for ministering then God would end Covid but they love money so much they intentionally chose to kill everyone instead of repenting!!!!....... The fake churches will soon be taxed and all shut down. Hallelujah!!......

[@MrsCrazyrange]

I hate the word queer. Such negative connotations.

[@frogmouth]

depends on your age and peers. I went through a time when the negative word was lesbian and queer was cool

[@silversingingmethod5483]

Love you, but this is absurd.

[@windyday8598]

that is the problem "my identity"---i did it my way---about cleansing---the gospel went out to all nations--peter sent to the gentiles. they too had to repent/turn away from sin, and put their faith in jesus. the word of God was not written for scholars. they actually missed it when Jesus came. forgiveness of sins does not allow for remaining in them. should we continue in sin since we are not under law but under grace? romans 6. slaves to sin? slaves to Christ. Jesus came to save his people from their sins. born again. God created them male and female. lesbians divorce too.

[@windyday8598]

pride-group think-seeking the approval of men rather than the approval of God-there is no place in Jesus Christ, the Word of God, for approving homosexuality. romans 1:16-31. the truth of God-who alone declares one to be a son or daughter of God. dreamers will be dreamers-worshippers are known by their fruit. narrow is the gate....1 cor. 6:9-11. let no one deceive you.

[@karenwaller3902]

You mean well. I used to be you. You are stuck in the old covenant and lack education on scripture. “Do not call unclean what I have made clean. The word homosexuality wasn’t in the Bible until the 1940s. The original word was pederasty- “man/boy love. Men praying on younger men, men in positions of power who exploited the boys and cheated on their wives. God set me free from your way of viewing His word. I am now free in my identity. It’s who I am-beautifully and wonderfully made. I no longer live under Eve’s curse in two failed marriages to men. Jesus set me free. I pray that the Lord will grow your wisdom and understanding and help you learn to weigh the whole word of God.

[@squirrelcovers6340]

What is all that babbling 🐂💩trying to convey?

[@bathedinshadow]

What are you babbling on about.

[@windyday8598]

@@bathedinshadow heard brandi call herself a Jesus freak. not. not the real Jesus.

[@bathedinshadow]

@@windyday8598 You're incoherent. I can't make sense of your "sentences." Please seek out a tutor and come back later.

[@billmonroe8826]

Leave it to KZbin to endorse this sick stuff. How did she have two daughters? Your "mate" sure couldn't impregnate you. This is sick stuff but made even worse by referencing the Bible. Such a waste and what a sin to be raising daughters this way.

[@melc.5681]

You are the waste, you look at a beautiful and loving family and see it as “sick”. Doesn’t your god teach you not to judge others? Didn’t your Jesus preach to love others? I feel sorry for someone with so much hate in their heart. It is not your job to condemn them.

[@SportyOtterPop]

Get a grip, and more acceptance, and THEN you may be as cool as Brandi. You are the shameful one, not her!

[@tbernstein]

if this magnificent woman and her family are the worst thing you find on you tube then you are blessed and maybe someone is trying to make you a more loving person. Brandi Carlile and the twins, their families and their music are lifting up love and what it means to be family.

[@billmonroe8826]

@Grayson Huggins "species". God gave humans a brain and if you read the Bible you would know that God isn't chill about sleeping with the same sex. Don't believe me then get out the Bible and read it.

[@hunter_salisbury]

@@SoccerEric34✨well, then so be it✨