What makes The Story So Far by Divine notable?

'The Story So Far' is significant for its groundbreaking representation of LGBTQ+ themes and visual aesthetics during a time when such topics were often marginalized. The album included hits like 'Native Love' which became an anthem within the gay community, showcasing Divine's influence on both music and fashion. Released in January 1984, 'The Story So Far' marked Divine's debut album, establishing him as a key figure in the Hi-NRG scene. Following his breakout success with the single 'You Think You're a Man', this album helped solidify Divine's place in pop culture by pushing the boundaries of gender and performance in music.