Who Was @Queenzziel0cthevoice? Remembering The Voice Behind 'Be Who You Are For Your Pride' And 'Although Enjoyment.'

A video of a loving mom singing at her embarrassed lesbian daughter became TikTok's Gay Pride anthem in the early 2020s. Almost every chronically online queer person recognizes the majestic aura that terminates from TikToker @Queenzziel0cthevoice's impromptu solo, Be Who You Are For Your Pride, Don't Hide.

The video wasn't the last time @Queenzziel0cthevoice went viral; in 2023, her remix of Billie Eilish's song into Although Enjoyment had people cracking up all through August 2023.

In February 2024, news about Teresa Smith AKA @Queenzziel0cthevoice's passing emerged online, but the internet will never forget her pitch-perfect rendition of a song that encapsulates what it's like to be loved unconditionally by your Mom. Here's a look back at the video's history.

Who Sang 'Be Who You Are For Your Pride,' And How Did It Go Viral?

Teresa Smith AKA @Queenzzielocthevoice first posted the video of her serenading her daughter sometime in 2021. The video starts off with her daughter Jada introducing herself and saying she's gay before Teresa interjects with a bold, loud proclamation.

The video went viral on TikTok, with many calling it their "Pride Anthem" in 2021. Teresa posted another video of herself singing the original track soon after her viral hit, and many fans shared videos using this song.

https://www.tiktok.com/embed/v2/6976847789359631621

https://www.tiktok.com/embed/v2/6986857254230199557

The iconic video even received a shout-out from music site Genius's official TikTok account in 2022, complete with annotations and lyrics.

https://www.tiktok.com/embed/v2/7104283613432368430

What Else Is @Queenzziel0cthevoice Known For Online?

In August 2023, @Queenzzielocthevoice went viral on TikTok for a Duet where she belts out a Billie Eilish song in classic Teresa Smith style. The video gathered over 16 million views in the months since it was uploaded, and Teresa'a questionable remix of the lyrics into Although Enjoyment even caught the eye of Billie Eilish herself.

@queenzziel0cthevoice #duet with @Emma White #whatwasimadefor #gimmethemic #queenzzielocthevoice ♬ original sound – Emma White

@billiexxeilishxxworld @Queenzzielocthevoice QUEEENNNN #billiexxeilishxxworld #billieeilish #althoughenjoyment #whatwasimadefor ♬ original sound – Serena~

When Did @Queenzzielocthevoice Pass Away?

In February 2024, @Queenzzielocthevoice's fans learned through her daughter that Teresa Smith had sadly passed away. The family started a fundraiser to help cover her funeral costs and send her to rest next to her late son in Macon, Georgia.

@tyrese_shead Rest in peace queen 🖤🕊️#queenzielocthevoice #rip #viral #fupシ ♬ Miss 10 – Queenzzielocthevoice

Her fans mourned her loss online as well, making video tributes and remembering her best moments.

@joshsosexy no im so sad i quote this video DAILY. the impact this woman has on queer people of my generation this is so upsetting. RIP. #queenzielocthevoice #bewhoyouare #foryourpride #rip ♬ suara asli – windsey gay era – windsey straight era(he/him)

@nuskiduskidoodle rest in peace to this icon #queenzzielocthevoice #fyp ♬ original sound – nikki

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For the full history of @Queenzziel0cthevoice's greatest hits, be sure to check out Know Your Meme's encyclopedia entry here and here for more information.