Since 2014 Gibson has used language as a strategy to investigate issues of race, sexuality, religion, and gender—a reflection of his own layered identity. Appropriated primarily from popular musical sources, the lyrics used by Gibson are re-contextualized and imbued with new meaning and the power of political statements. With messages that range from poignant to proud and celebratory, Gibson’s work is a vibrant call for queer and Indigenous empowerment.