Bain, the star of K-pop band Just B, has come out live on stage and celebrated with a rendition of Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way”.
The 23-year-old singer and the band was performing in Los Angeles on Tuesday (22 April) on the final night of their JUST ODD World Tour.
During the show Bain took a moment to speak to the audience along. “Before I start the next song, tonight I want to share something with you guys,” he said.
After pausing he announced: “I’m f***ing proud to be part of the LGBT community,” leading to screams and cheers from the crowd.
As per Billboard, Bain went on to say: “Shout-out to my queen Lady Gaga for showing me that being yourself is beautiful. To everyone out there who’s part of the LGBTQ+ or still figuring it out, this is for you guys. And also, this is for everyone. You’re seen, you’re loved, and you are born this way.
Cue a remixed performance of Gaga’a iconic track and LGBTQ+ anthem. Bain also posted similar words on his Instagram account afterward.
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Later he thanked the audience. As seen in footage from the show, he said “Today, it means a lot to me. I’m so happy that I can be myself,” to more effusive cheers from the audience. After his bands indicated their support Bain said: “Until next time: stay bold, stay fierce, and lastly, always, always be your true self.”
“I’m so proud of you kiddo. always love yourself because WE LOVE YOU!!!!,” one fan commented on Bain’s Instagram post. Another said, “you are an inspiration for so many people.”
Who is Bain?
Bain is also known for his appearances on the reality shows Under Nineteen and Build Up: Vocal Boy Group Survivor.
His coming out as LGBTQ+ is a rarity in the K-pop genre and South Korea, where homosexuality is legal but same-sex marriages are not recognised and discrimination there has been described by the Human Rights Watch as “pervasive.”
Just B has been active since 2021 and has five EPs, multiple singles, and one album, ÷.
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