“These songs might not be anthems in the typical sense,” Carlie tells GAY TIMES, “but they definitely lift my mood and help to take me out of the craziness of the world for a little bit.” As queer people, that moment of escapism is why we connect with music so deeply. Having that time to be transported to a queer utopia is critical for our mental health. Carlie’s Pride playlist offers one such journey to a different reality.