This Wouldn't Happen If Sam Smith Were Cis, Straight, and Skinny - The Mary Sue

Non-binary British singer-songwriter Sam Smith recently released a music video for their new song I’m Not Here To Make Friends that sparked criticism online for being too explicit.

LBC reports that one person tweeted: “No f***ing need, it’s blatant tacky sexualised bulls**t. As a mum of teenagers, I’m sick of seeing people using s**t like this to sell their music.”

Meanwhile, another user also compared the singer’s music video to self-confessed misogynist Andrew Tate, writing: “If we’re crunching down on Andrew Tate for apparently warping children’s minds…we should be banishing Sam Smith to Mars.

The music video in question sees Smith dancing in various outfits, ranging from an extravagant pink feathered dress to a white leather-look cabaret outfit.

While Smith certainly makes a splash in the outfits, it’s no more or less than most other popstars commonly wear in their videos—and are applauded for doing so.

Luckily, a flurry of voices has come out in support of the musician and pointing out the inequal treatment that they’re receiving.