On February 14, San Francisco-based queer South Asian artist Miraaj debuted a new music video titled “Secret”. The music celebrates love in its most authentic, joyful, and inclusive forms, blending South Asian sounds with modern pop influences. Miraaj was inspired by their own experiences finding freedom and acceptance in San Francisco’s queer community.
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Miraaj self and crowd-funded the video which was filmed at San Francisco’s iconic venues, Queer Arts Featured and Oasis. The video is their love letter to the queer community that shaped their artistic journey after they left their home in the Middle East.
“This song was written for someone who wasn’t forthcoming about their emotions and internal truths,” said Miraaj. “Now, it has morphed into an anthem for anyone who has ever been made to feel like a secret or that a secret is being kept from them. Releasing this on Valentine’s Day felt right—it’s an ode to San Francisco’s queer community and local artists who have made me into the artist I am. Queer love is as valid as the love shared between siblings, friends, lovers, and most importantly, self-love.”
Watch the music video for “Secret” on YouTube, and stream it on all major streaming platforms.