Who Is Lil Nas X

Lil Nas X is a popular hip hop artist, songwriter, and social media personality. He rocketed to global fame in 2019, with the surprise release of his single, “Old Town Road," which became a massive international hit.

Lil Nas X, whose real name is Montero Lamar Hill, was born on April 9th, 1999 in Atlanta, Georgia, and grew up listening to hip hop and country music. He began writing rhymes at age 12, and by 14, he was already producing his own tracks. He uploaded his first original track, “Old Town Road,” to SoundCloud in December, 2018 and tweeted about it, bringing it to the attention of a budding viral audience.

The controversial and culturally conscious Gen Zer’s soaring success was a major surprise. The song quickly surged up the Billboard charts, and by April 2019, it topped the Hot 100 list, becoming a runaway hit across genres. He made history as the first openly queer artist to achieve a number one song on the chart. He continued the success, achieving two more number one hits, “Panini” and “Rodeo.”

Lil Nas X follows his own sense of style and flamboyant persona. He’s also passionate about using his platform to advocate for social justice and inclusion in the hip hop music community. His single “C7osure,” released on his debut EP 7, was written as a celebration of his own coming out. His tireless and brazen activism for LGBTQ rights has made him a powerful and inspirational figure for the younger generations.

In 2020, he released his first full-length album, titled NASARATI. His second album, called Montero, was released in 2021, showcasing his extraordinary musical talent.

A highly accomplished artist, Lil Nas X’s influence has been felt not just in the US but all around the world. His expansive and eccentric music style appeals to all ages, making it an undeniable and unparalleled success.