Cat Burns, a 24-year-old singer, has captivated audiences with her music, making significant strides in the music industry over recent years. Her single "Go" became a viral sensation on TikTok in 2023, climbing to number 2 on the charts and securing her a nomination for the Brits Critics' Choice award the same year. Burns continues to make waves with her latest track, which reflects her thoughts and experiences in a world where queer women are increasingly dominating the music industry with open depictions of gay relationships.
The rise of "Go" marked a pivotal moment in Burns' career, allowing her to share narratives that resonate with many. Her latest track delves into the complexities of being in love with a woman who is struggling to come to terms with her sexuality. It spent an impressive 16 weeks in the UK top 10, earning praise from Billboard as "a glorious queer awakening." Despite its success, Burns believes the song only begins to scratch the surface of exploring one's sexuality.
"I think having songs like mine is super important, especially growing up and figuring out who you are," Cat Burns commented on the significance of her work.
Burns acknowledges the power of social media in shaping her journey. Platforms like TikTok have enabled her to express her identity openly and reach a broad audience.
"Social media has allowed more queer artists to be queer loudly," she noted, emphasizing the importance of visibility for LGBTQ+ voices.
In addition to her musical achievements, Burns expresses gratitude for the path paved by icons before her. She recognizes the influence and support within the LGBTQ+ community, acknowledging its role as both a challenging yet fiercely loyal fan base.
"The LGBTQ+ community, we're a very hard fan base," Burns remarked.
She appreciates the community's unwavering dedication to their favorite artists, regardless of their sexual orientation.
"We love our favourite artists down and will do forever," she added, highlighting the inclusive nature of their support.
Burns believes that representation in music is crucial for fostering understanding and acceptance. Through her work, she aims to dismantle stereotypes and illustrate the diverse experiences within the LGBTQ+ community.
"I just want to continue to show people that we're just not all one way," she explained.
Her songs invite listeners to embrace a broader understanding of identity and challenge preconceived notions.
"And I think the 'fun-ness' of the song can show people who aren't lesbian or queer or bi or whatever that we are just normal human beings who like just so happen to like the same sex," Burns articulated, reinforcing her commitment to normalizing queer narratives.
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