Ok, before people get the wrong idea completely, i am neither Gay nor am i homophobic but i do have a trivial question that im curious to know the answer to.
Why do some gay men do the whole "camp" thing?
I dont understand the need for this whole persona.
Im not being critical, im just interested as to why?
Thank you
2007-05-04 04:51:28 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
ok maybe i didnt describe what i mean in the best terms, i really dont mean to offend.
2007-05-04 04:56:02 · update #1
camp in the uk is when they act efeminate (if thats how u spell it)
2007-05-04 04:57:00 · update #2
I think it's a bit odd myself to have guys that like guys but act like girls it's not for me but some men are just naturally feminine.
Another cultural explanation...
Coming out of the closet is a difficult process and isn't something you do one day, but something that comes up all the time. In societies where being gay is somewhat accepted, it's easier for someone to act "obviously gay" so when they meet new people there is no deception and no worry that they need to come out to this person. As it is, I'm constantly in a position where people don't know I'm gay, so as we become friends there is eventually a point that I have to let them know or I say something that may clue them in, but now we have a situation where they may look at me differently and even may not want to consider being my friend. If i was more flamboyant, we would have skipped a lot of the confusion.
2007-05-04 05:06:33 · answer #1 · answered by Frank N Furter 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I guess some have adopted it as kind of a 'tribal' behaviour. It's not typical from my experience. It was historically a more common thing, think back to the time of Quentin Crisp etc, when the pattern was perhaps more the norm.
Otherwise, some bi and gay guys don't feel the need to rigidly worry about having to be 'man' enough, as alot of straight guys do, as they're liberated and happy with themselves. Alot more straight guys are comfortable these days with just being themselves too, which is a great thing. Alot of straight guys are fairly effeminate in their behaviour, perhaps not camp, and often get confused by others for being gay.
Quick thoughts, hope this helps. Live and let live! Good luck! Rob
2007-05-04 06:32:31 · answer #2 · answered by Rob E 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am gay and live with my partner but neither of us are camp some gay men can be camp as you put it but I think you will find this Is a the minority rather than the majority it is just the way you are with your homosexuality and I have not taken any offence from your question at all
2007-05-04 05:29:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Who knows - why do some heterosexuals act like Larry The Cable Guy?
I don't get it and I am gay. I don't understand drag queens and transexuals either. Its just the way it is. It isn't a negative stereotype at all to be effeminant. A lot of gay people think these femmy, nancy boys are drama queens - not the case. Word of caution: Tell all your buds that think its funny to screw with a "queeny" gay guy - think again. They are still dudes and I have seen these mofo's throw down.
Git R' Done.
2007-05-04 13:02:49 · answer #4 · answered by Joshua B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What I would say to this is: Society is more accepting of personal contact e.g. hand holding, hugging, maybe even kissing, between women than between men. However in terms of general acceptance I would actually say it is men who have more support. Alot of the gay press, bars and general support more heavily leans towards men. It is improving, but I genuinely believe women get a rougher ride of it. I think the best example of this is a male fantasy of 2 women making out, It is great and acceptable when it is a fantasy e.g on film, photo or behind a screen. However when it becomes real and the male realises they are not invited then they become threatened and the bigotry is more likely to come to the fore.
2016-05-20 04:36:07 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For those that DON'T KNOW, 'camp' is more along the line as 'silly / funny'.
I've dont it a few times in my life. Being camp only allows me to feel ridiculous in a time when it's needed. I can be silly .. I can be caring .. I can be ridiculous .. and I find at times I can be real honest with myself. Call it a coping mechanism.
I hope this helps you understand this repsonse
thanks
bga
2007-05-04 05:25:58 · answer #6 · answered by bga 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really is not something they can control...its the way they are...I have even seen camp children that grew up to be gay and very camp acting...Many people claim that they are trying to draw attention or that they are eccentrics but really its the way they are. Heck, I have even seen straight guys acting a bit camp.
2007-05-04 07:28:09 · answer #7 · answered by Nostroμο 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Okay I'm gay and never heard of the this "camp" thing you're asking about.
There are a lot of slang, terms that are regional. What area did you hear this? Could you share how it was used in a sentence?
I'm from south Louisiana and we go camping it's to go camping in tents.
2007-05-04 04:54:48 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a gay friend and he is very "camp". I think it is just something that develops with time and hormones. I think he's happy.
I also know someone who was extremely homophobic. He eventually came out to his family and friends and then went all camp.
2007-05-04 04:59:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
excellent question and well put but we still haven't got an answer so we will be left wondering i found this an interesting question and am not homophobic as i have gay friends non of whom are camp
2007-05-04 07:16:47 · answer #10 · answered by cherry45uk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋