Madonna: 'I Wouldn't Have a Career If It Weren't for the Gay Community'

In her "Ellen" interview airing today (Nov. 9), Madonna reveals her own personal struggles as a teen, and discloses that she, too, felt alienated in high school.

"There was no group that I felt apart of -- I just felt like a weirdo," the singer admits. She also attributes the support of her homosexual ballet teacher to making her feel more comfortable in her own skin as a teen.

"Everyone should have someone in their life that they can feel encouragement from," Madonna adds.

In response to the rash of gay teen suicides in the news this year, artists from all over the musical spectrum have taken a stand against homosexual bullying. Most have been offering their words of encouragement through the "It Gets Better," a project designed specifically to console struggling LGBT teens.

Artists like Maroon 5's Adam Levine and "Glee" actor Chris Colfer recently submitted supportive videos, while Katy Perry recently dedicated her "Firework" music video to the LGBT community.