In response to criticisms surrounding his latest single “J Christ,” Lil Nas X took to X on Monday to address the controversy and clarify his intentions. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The rapper faced backlash, particularly from figures like Grammy-winning Gospel artist and rapper […]

Lil Nas X is offering an apology to those offended by his promotion of his controversial video for his latest single, "J Christ". He posted a video on X, formerly Twitter on Monday to explain his reasoning.

Many people took issue with BET snubbing Lil Nas X from the annual BET Awards (on Pride Day no less) and surprisingly enough, Jack Harlow turned out to be the most vocal person on the subject. According to Popsugar, the “Nail Tech” artist decided to protest the Lil Nas X snub and took to the […]

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Not everyone got the vibes Lil Nas X was about at the recent BET Awards. He has responded to some of the homophobic criticism he received online after his performance. As spotted on Complex Lil Nas X brought “Montero (Call Me by Your Name)” to life for the first time in front of a live audience at […]

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They just won’t Lil Nas X live his best life. Lil Nas X can’t seem to catch a break when it comes to his song “Montero (Call Me By Your Name).” Upon its release with the accompanying video that saw the rapper pole dancing his way into hell to give Satan a lapdance before snapping […]

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While his sneakers have been shelved, all of Lil Nas X’s recent efforts were not in vain. He has landed in the number one position with his new single. As spotted on Buzzfeed, the Lithia Springs, Ga. native has proven he isn’t a one-hit one wonder. This week his “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” track […]

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Surely we have all seen the discontentment toward Lil Nas X's latest music video for "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)". Fans are disappointed to see that the video showcases Lil Nas X sliding down a stripper pole to hell. While others argue, the 21-year-old rapper is expressing himself the way that he deems fit.

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Nike wants no parts of this controversy, and I don't blame them.