Colors (official Hd Video) - Cyndi Lauper - True

: While she didn't write it, Lauper has stated the song held deep personal meaning following the death of her friend, Gregory Natal, from HIV/AIDS in 1985.

: Lauper appears in several avant-garde looks, including an elaborate jeweled headdress and a skirt made of newspapers. Cyndi Lauper - True Colors (Official HD Video)

Written by Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly, the song was originally a piano-driven gospel ballad before Lauper reimagined it with a sparse, atmospheric arrangement. : While she didn't write it, Lauper has

: A central setting where a young girl explores and encounters diverse figures, symbolizing unity. : A central setting where a young girl

Beyond its musical success, "True Colors" has become a cornerstone of Lauper's humanitarian work. In 2008, she co-founded the True Colors United (formerly the True Colors Fund) to address homelessness among LGBTQ+ youth, directly inspired by the song's themes of authenticity and acceptance. "True Colors" was released on this day in 1986 - Facebook

Directed by choreographer Patricia Birch, the Official HD Video is noted for its surreal and artistic imagery.