Some Popular slangs everybody use that originated from the black queer community/Ballrooms and their meaning. #Pridemonth
Shade: to mock someone indirectly.
Spill the Tea: to share gossip or disclose a juicy truth.
Serve: Using your fashion sense, attitude, and appearance to present an impressive image or "look".
Read: To point out in details the flaws and harsh truths of another person with sharp wit and humor.
Clock it: to notice, recognize, catch, or understand something, especially something that isn't obvious at first.
Slay: to do something exceptionally well, look amazing, or impress people with confidence, talent, or style.
Gag:to be shocked, amazed, stunned, or overwhelmed by something usually in a positive or dramatic way.
Ate: is a high compliment that means someone did an amazing job, looked incredible, or executed something perfectly.
Why do queer celebrities/figures (ie, Santana, EJ Johnson, etc) feel it so necessary to get on these hetro platforms and explain to straight people the nuances of their lifestyles?
Not a fan of Santana but this was an amazing moment. Getting the sample, having everyone think it was DIL, the Bey reference, the celebration of blk queer femmes, and inclusion and diversity w/ the dancers + brand endorsements. It’s sad to see him begging for gifts on TikTok now