I agree, it's about coming out to ones family, and their reactions. This song could almost exactly be about me. I couldn't keep it secret anymore. My mother cried. My father found it awkward to talk to me for awhile. Fortunately for me, though, I was not rejected by the people I cared for. Unfortunately, not everyone is as lucky, especially years ago when this song was written.
Ultimately, this is a hopeful song. You are who you are, and there are people who will love you.
I agree, it's about coming out to ones family, and their reactions. This song could almost exactly be about me. I couldn't keep it secret anymore. My mother cried. My father found it awkward to talk to me for awhile. Fortunately for me, though, I was not rejected by the people I cared for. Unfortunately, not everyone is as lucky, especially years ago when this song was written. Ultimately, this is a hopeful song. You are who you are, and there are people who will love you.