Basic Information:
Name: Montero Lamar Hill
Date of Birth: April 9, 1999
Nationality: American
Profession: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
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Biography:
Montero Lamar Hill, globally recognized as Lil Nas X, is a groundbreaking American rapper, singer, and songwriter who redefined the landscape of popular music through his innovative fusion of genres and bold self-expression. Born in Lithia Springs, Georgia, Lil Nas X's early life saw him navigate a complex upbringing that included moving between his divorced parents' homes and finding solace in online communities. He initially gained traction online through his engaging and humorous presence on platforms like Twitter, where he built a loyal following through his meme culture-infused content. He started making music at the age of 15, leading up to his breakthrough track, "Old Town Road", which propelled him into the global spotlight. He originally released it independently in late 2018, and it went viral on TikTok, leading to the song being re-released with a remix featuring Billy Ray Cyrus. This fusion of country and trap elements struck a chord with a wide audience, challenging genre boundaries and establishing Lil Nas X as an artist unafraid to break norms. His subsequent projects, including the critically acclaimed "MONTERO" album, continued to push creative limits, incorporating queer themes and personal narratives that had been largely absent from mainstream rap. He라이브 바카라 known not just for his musical talent but also for his fashion statements, internet savvy, and unapologetically queer public persona.
Career Timeline:
2018: Releases "Old Town Road" independently.
2019: "Old Town Road" goes viral on TikTok; signs with Columbia Records; releases "Old Town Road" remix featuring Billy Ray Cyrus. The song breaks records, spending a record 19 weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Releases his debut EP "7".
2020: Releases singles "Holiday" and "Rodeo"
2021: Releases "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)" to commercial and critical success, followed by his debut album "MONTERO".
2022: Embarks on the Long Live Montero Tour
2023: Releases single "STAR WALKIN'", which became the anthem for the League of Legends World Championship. Releases single "J Christ" and the album is expected in 2024.
Achievements:
Lil Nas X has garnered numerous accolades, cementing his place as a formidable force in the music industry. He has been awarded two Grammy Awards, with wins for Best Music Video for "Old Town Road" and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for "Old Town Road" with Billy Ray Cyrus. He라이브 바카라 also won two MTV Video Music Awards, including Video of the Year for "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)". He has received multiple Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards for his musical contributions and has been honored with the Songwriter of the Year award from Variety magazine. His record-breaking single, "Old Town Road," became the longest-running number-one song in Billboard Hot 100 history and has gone diamond. Furthermore, his debut album, “MONTERO,” was nominated for Album of the Year at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards and cemented his place in the music industry. He was also nominated for six Grammy Awards in 2022. Beyond his music, Lil Nas X was named one of Time magazine's 25 Most Influential People on the Internet.
Key Quotes / Catchphrases:
I feel like I'm opening the doors for more people. That they feel more comfortable being out. Especially in the hip-hop community.
Live your life to its fullest potential and don't really care too much about what other people think of you.
In my music, I'm never going to force anything to try to recreate a moment or something.
