“June is a special month for me and for us all,” says Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, producer, activist, and actor Janelle Monáe about her playlist honoring both Black Music Month and Pride 2019. "It marks an important time each year when we acknowledge the great and important contributions of brilliant Black artists who contributed greatly to music history. In addition, it’s the time of year in which we remember the brave members of the LGBTQIA+ community who risked their lives fighting for equal rights and human rights for all. This playlist celebrates the great artistic achievements and important cultural impact by key figures from both the Black and LGBTQ+ communities.”