Every now and then a song comes along that just gets you… right there. ‘Love Is Meant For You’, from shining light of the LGBTQ+ universe Piera Van De Wiel, is one of those. And just because Pride Month may be drawing to a close, we’re not done celebrating the people of the rainbow just yet…
“As a proud member of the gorgeous LGBTQ+ community I’m so happy to share this track and most importantly give out love to you all,” says Piera of the self-penned anthem that gets the nitty-gritty of the thing they call love. “I believe it’s so important to reveal your true self and your true feelings to the one you like most. I know it’s freakin’ scary, but I believe it’s a risk worth taking!”
A summery, effervescent call-out to anyone who’s ever loved or been loved – or been scared to show love – Piera’s decision to drop ‘Love Is Meant For You’ during Pride month is another testament to her dedication to the cause… that love is universal regardless of sexuality or gender. And a reminder that, however some party poopers might protest, there’s no policing desire.
And it comes hot on the corky wedges (the girl can dress!) of her well-received releases ‘Used’, ‘Come Back Home’ and ‘Hold You In Month’ – the latter was her lockdown lament and was championed by BBC Introducing – as well as Piera’s humanitarian work, which has been acknowledged by the UN and the Global Music Awards.
Good for the world and delicious on your summer playlist? We’re totally on board.
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