Coming Out Call-Out

A solemn young man stands near an open wooden door in a gothic hallway, lit by a faint glow behind him

Ever wonder why we have to “come out” while straight folks get to just exist?

Comin’ out, declarin’ I’m a faggot;
Beggin’ for abuse from ev’ry bigot.
When did we hear a hetero proclaim?
Don’t be telling me it ain’t the same.
Seriously, must we still talk like this?
Does progress only apply to feminists?

Comin’ out, comin’ out, I’m comin’ out,
Just to help those who had a bit of doubt.
How old when you went homosexual?
Probably when I became menstrual.
Is the equality talk just bogus?
Does the 21st century not apply to us?

Comin’ out, comin’ out, I’m comin’ out,
Just to be fair game for ev’ry damn lout.
What it feel like to take it up the ass?
Get off the fence and feel the greener grass.
Do you think I am just unfortunate?
How long before you call me effeminate?

Comin’ out, comin’ out, I’m comin’ out,
Just to excuse those who give me a clout.
Let’s see the same requirements of het’rosexuals;
Don’t be telling me it ain’t essential.

—H, tired of asking permission to be

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