The controversial lyric from Carpenter’s track "Busy Woman"—"If you don't want me, I'll just deem you gay"—has sparked backlash, with fans labeling it as offensive and 'dated.' Critics also mention the similarities to Taylor Swift's earlier work, "Picture to Burn," suggesting a troubling pattern in pop music.
Fans have compared the lyric to Taylor Swift’s "Picture to Burn," discussing how these representations of sexuality can be problematic, particularly in how they trivialize LGBTQ+ identities. This comparison prompted some to question whether pop culture is regressing instead of progressing.
Critics on social media expressed frustration over the repeated use of the term 'gay' in pop lyrics, with one responding to Carpenter's song by saying it's 'getting boring' for pop artists to leverage LGBTQ+ references. This highlights a growing concern about the authenticity and impact of such expressions.
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