TOM GOSS IS HERE FOR THE “NERDY BEAR” By Denny Patterson
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NERDY BEAR - Photo Credit: Molly Obrien
n ode to the fuzzy nerd, Tom Goss’s new summer anthem “Nerdy Bear” pays homage to the subset of plussized gay men who enjoy super heroes, playing video games, and wearing cute glasses along with clever graphic tees. A pop track with a big, snappy sound and an infectious melody, listeners will feel like they are sliding into silk sheets. According to Goss, “Nerdy Bear” is authentic to his experience and relays his unique perspective that beauty doesn’t fit a standard mold. “From my experience, they tend to be gentle and warm,” he said. “They want to have a good time, they’re easy to get to know, and, of course, they’re cuddly. To me, that’s a winning combination.” OutClique had the opportunity to chat more with Goss about the track, his love for big boys, and what more the LGBTQ+ community needs to do to embrace body positivity.
Denny Patterson: Hi, Tom! Thank you for taking some time to chat with me about your new summer anthem, “Nerdy Bear.” Can you tell us more about the concept and inspiration?
songs and making very serious videos. It was nice to goof around and have a good time. I have never considered myself much of a basketball player, but it sure looks like I know what I’m doing!
Tom Goss: A friend of mine wrote to me and said that he had a dream that I wrote a song about a shy, nerdy bear. I thought it was a wonderful idea. I had recently joined a Facebook group called “Bears Be Gaming,” and reading the posts in the group were making me very happy. I have always loved nerdy bears, and it was about time someone gave them the love they deserve.
DP TG
Why do you think we need a song like “Nerdy Bear” right now?
DP TG
What do you hope audiences take away from “Nerdy Bear?”
DP
What do you love the most about a nerdy bear?
DP
I cannot wait for people to hear this tune, and the video is hysterical! You even got to show off your basketball skills and pull off some drag. How much fun was it to create this video?
TG
It was so much fun! I have spent the past couple years writing very serious
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2020 is rough! No doubt about that, but we still love what we love, that hasn’t changed. We cannot forget the things that make us smile.
Firstly, I want people to smile. That is important, but more than that, I want people to see how fun, cuddly, and sexy nerdy bears are. Because let’s face it, they are!
