Holly Johnson, the flamboyant frontman of Frankie Goes to Hollywood, recalls being shy around fellow gay icons, noting, 'I never felt in their league.' He reminisces about seeing Freddie Mercury in clubs but feeling too intimidated to approach him, highlighting the star power of his contemporaries and his sense of humility among them.
Johnson reflects on the boldness of Frankie Goes to Hollywood during the 1980s, stating, "Back then, the few out gay pop stars soft-pedalled their sexuality, but Frankie went full throttle". This pushed the boundaries of traditional pop star imagery and embraced a highly sexualized aesthetic.
He emphasizes the cultural impact of their style, influenced heavily by the leather bars and the works of Tom of Finland, saying, "It was a blatantly sexual look that was as intimidating as it was thrilling." This encapsulates the band's role in challenging societal norms in music.
Johnson expresses a sense of pride in being among the top-selling artists, reflecting on the legacy of gay men in the music industry, and comments, 'I feel quite humble that I'm among such illustrious company,' underscoring the significance of representation within pop music.
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