Transgender singer Ethel Cain posted a semi-nude photo on social media. The reactions are very mixed: fans cheer her on, opponents react aggressively.

Cain chose this step deliberately. She wanted to show vulnerability and decide about her body herself. This is important for many transgender people who rejected their bodies.

On social media she gets much support from followers. Critics also gather under the messages. They use the photo to criticize transgender people. That is the downside of such public statements.

For Cain it is not just about this moment. It belongs to a bigger story where she takes ownership of her image and body. For many transgender artists this is important in their work.