Youth's Lives Every Day
Recording artist TX2 started a movement known among his fans known as the “X Movement,” which aims to raise awareness for positive mental health outcomes, equal rights for LGBTQ+ people, and creating a safe space for those in need.
In March 2025, TX2 posted across their social media platforms to encourage minimum donations of $25 to The Trevor Project’s life-saving work. In exchange, they would give participating fans an exclusive acoustic performance and the opportunity to be featured in their next music video.
We caught up with TX2 to talk about their new song, “HOSTAGE,” as well as the importance of friends for your mental health, and navigating the internet bullies that come with a growing platform.
Congratulations on releasing “HOSTAGE (they will not erase us).” What message do you hope the song sends to your fans?
Regardless of what anyone says, only YOU will know your identity. No one can erase you. I know in the U.S., the government is currently being critical of the trans community. Regardless of what the government says YOU exist and YOU know yourself better than anyone else. Hate will not win. They cannot erase us.
You recently used your platform to raise awareness and funds for The Trevor Project’s work to prevent suicide among LGBTQ+ youth – thank you! Can you share why it was important for you to support us?
My goal with TX2 has always been to make a difference. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, seeing what the government is trying to do right now scares me. I can imagine the effect this has on society’s view of the LGBTQ+ and specifically the trans community. I want to stick up for the community and create an anthem for defiance.
The music and entertainment industry can be stressful and involve tough schedules. How do you take care of your mental and physical health?
Friends, I am so lucky to be touring with my best friends who feel more family than anything else. Family is not always blood, they keep me grounded. It also helps to see all the fans who tell stories of their own defiance. It lets me know that all of this is worth it.
You have a significant social media following, and sometimes that comes with rude comments and replies. What’s your approach to protecting your space online?
I remember it’s always projection. That’s what bullying is. When I see something offensive, I avoid it. If someone chooses to instead spend their time and energy making mean statements, that is a statement of its own. They have their own demons and problems and need to project them onto someone else because they can’t deal with it themselves. I do not take it personally, instead I feel bad for the person who is clearly struggling so much with their own problems that they need to push them onto others.
What message of hope and inspiration would you like to share with LGBTQ+ young people?
Regardless of what anyone says, only YOU know yourself best. Don’t let any “government” or group of people decide your future. You have full control and they just don’t want you to know that. They want you to fall in line, but you don’t have to. We stand with you and always will.
