: The iconic instrumental intro, featuring a trombone solo by Meco Monardo, was designed to sound like a royal fanfare, announcing Ross as the "queen" of her audience. Dual Meanings
While the song was intentionally written for her LGBTQ+ fan base, it held a different personal meaning for Ross at the time:
The song was famously inspired by a night out at , a Manhattan transgender club.
Released on August 22, 1980, is the second single from Diana Ross's tenth studio album, diana . Produced by Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards of the disco group Chic, the track has evolved from a dancefloor hit into a global anthem for liberation and LGBTQ+ pride. The Origin Story
