If I could choose a song that represents my coming-out story, this would definitely be it. I mashed two different songs together to create this and it definitely comes from the heart. I re-wrote some of the lyrics to fit and I think it works really well with the song. Even though this song for me represents coming out, it really can be for everyone who has ever felt different and out of place.
So often, we make snap judgements about people, even unintentional ones. We make many conscious decisions every day, but for every conscious choice, our mind filters through thousands of unconscious bias' built into the makeup of who we are, formed based on years of learning, culture and family influence. I think it's important that we become more aware of these biases and not allow them to impact or impede our ability to see beauty in others and appreciate our differences. This song is about seeing someone differently and understanding who they are on the inside, but just the outside.
Growing up in the closet, it was hard not to feel out of place no matter whom I was surrounded by. I always wished I could be like everyone else. Ask the cute girl to the dance, be one of the guys, but it wasn't in the cards. I always gravitated to the unpopular hobby, and I was ostracized for it. Don't get me wrong; this isn't a "poor me" story. I am pleased with the road I've taken so far because it led me here, and here is where I want to be. That said, it wasn't easy.