Folk Quote by Linda Ronstadt
“Judy Henske, who was the then reigning queen of folk music, said to me at The Troubadour, 'Honey, in this town there are four sexes. Men, women, homosexuals, and girl singers.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music talk, 1970s
Folks often simplify gender; the speaker highlights four distinct categories, including female singers as a unique group.
In simple terms: Four gender categories exist, including singers.
Key Takeaway
Recognize diverse identities.
Themes
gender
music
culture
Mood
thoughtful
conversational
Type
observation
cultural
When to use this quote
- concerts
- media interviews
- social media
- education
Key Concepts
social commentary
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define gender in art?
- Are singers a gender or a profession?
A Different Perspective
The classification may overlook nonbinary identities.
