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By Michael Shilling
Special to MSN Music

For many music fans, there shouldn't even need to be a Gay Pride Month -- one's sexual orientation shouldn't matter. With that in mind, this gallery showcases a collection of artists who have worked tirelessly, in their music and lives, ... moreto build such a world.

Sir Elton John

There's a good reason why it's Sir Elton: The Englishman born Reginald Kenneth Dwight in 1947 has long been involved with causes of human rights and tolerance, from greater understanding and compassion for victims of HIV through the Elton John AIDS Foundation, to teaming up with Cyndi Lauper for last year's Give a Damn Campaign. Oh, and did we mention that he's sold over 250 million records?

Bing: Watch Elton perform "Crocodile Rock" on "The Muppet Show"
Search: Listen to Elton's new album with Leon Russell, "The Union"
Browse: See more photos of Elton

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