![]() ![]() “Obviously I’m a part of the song, so it’s hard to speak objectively, but I just think Shea fucking slayed it,” Tranter tells Rolling Stone. Tranter and co-writer Diamond, a black transgender singer-songwriter, both wanted the track to elevate queer voices. Pride playlists featured “I Am America” prominently last month, and We’re Here, which documents drag culture and stars Bob the Drag Queen, Shangela, and Eureka O’Hara, has also been critically praised since its premiere in April. Tranter also co-wrote “I Am America” with Shea Diamond - an anthem for HBO’s series We’re Here that has become a symbol of strength in the LGBTQ+ community and is rumored to be a top contender for Best Original Song at the upcoming Emmy Awards. The songwriter started it off penning tracks on two major albums, Lady Gaga’s Chromatica and Selena Gomez’s Rare, and recently worked on country staple The Chicks’ long-awaited, upcoming album. 2020 is shaping up to be Justin Tranter’s year.
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