What side is the gay side

The idea of a "gay earring" based on which ear it's worn in is a stereotype that became popular in the s and s. According to this outdated belief, wearing an earring in the right ear signified being gay, while the left ear was considered straight.

Sides are those who are neither. For several reasons, some people identify as gay and don’t enjoy anal sex. They are sexually attracted to men and enjoy making out with their partners. Still, they draw the line at anal penetration. Does the fact that sides don’t want anal penetration mean they aren’t really gay?.

Discover the rise of the "side" as an LGBTQ+ sexual role—challenging traditional top/bottom binaries. Plus, learn what it means to be one.

Robbie (Normal) on X (Twitter) captures a contemporary view by asserting, “either ear is the gay ear if you're gay.” It’s significant because it emphasizes how ear piercings related to sexual orientation are outdated and irrelevant–a sign that societal norms are shifting away from traditional views.