Date of Birth: April 9, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Biography
Montero Lamar Hill, known professionally as Lil Nas X, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter who skyrocketed to fame with his country rap single “Old Town Road.” Born on April 9, 1999, in Lithia Springs, Georgia, Lil Nas X initially gained popularity through social media platforms, particularly Twitter and TikTok. His breakthrough single “Old Town Road” went viral in early 2019 and was later remixed with country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, leading to unprecedented success. The song spent a record-breaking 19 weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Lil Nas X is known for his genre-blending music, combining elements of country, rap, and pop. His debut EP, “7,” released in June 2019, included hits like “Panini” and “Rodeo.” In 2021, he released his debut studio album “Montero,” which featured the chart-topping singles “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” and “Industry Baby,” further cementing his status in the music industry. In addition to his musical achievements, Lil Nas X is celebrated for his bold and unapologetic approach to his identity and sexuality. He publicly came out as gay in June 2019, making him one of the few openly LGBTQ+ artists in mainstream hip-hop. He has used his platform to challenge norms and advocate for greater acceptance and representation.
5 Interesting Facts about Lil Nas X
1. Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” became the longest-running number-one song on the Billboard Hot 100, staying at the top for 19 weeks.
2. He initially gained a following on Twitter, where he created viral meme content before his music career took off.
3. Lil Nas X came out as gay on the final day of Pride Month in June 2019.
4. His stage name is a tribute to the rapper Nas and the ‘X’ signifies the unknown.
5. He won two Grammy Awards in 2020, including Best Music Video and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for “Old Town Road.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Lil Nas X
1. “I’m not going to lie and say it’s been easy because it hasn’t. But that’s what makes the story so great.”
2. “I want to be a voice for the people that are scared to be themselves.”
3. “It’s important to stand in your truth, but you’ve got to do it in your own time.”
4. “I’m here to push the boundaries of art and self-expression.”
5. “No matter what you do, you will never be able to please everybody.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
As of 2023, Lil Nas X’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $14 million.
Children
Lil Nas X does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Lil Nas X Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lil_Nas_X
2. [Lil Nas X Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/lilnasx/
3. [Lil Nas X Twitter](https://twitter.com/LilNasX
4. [Lil Nas X “Old Town Road” Official Music Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2Ov5jzm3j8
