Lil Nas X

Montero Lamar Hill, widely recognized by his stage name Lil Nas X, was born on April 9, 1999. This American rapper, singer, and songwriter catapulted to fame with his groundbreaking 2018 single 'Old Town Road,' which made history by spending an impressive 19 weeks at the top of the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. Notably, he came out as gay during this period, marking a significant moment as the first artist to do so while holding a number-one record.

Following the monumental success of 'Old Town Road,' Lil Nas X signed with Columbia Records and released his debut extended play (EP) titled '7' in 2019. This project featured hit singles such as 'Panini,' which peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100, and 'Rodeo,' a remix featuring Nas that reached number 22. His debut studio album, 'Montero,' released in 2021, further solidified his status in the music industry, peaking at number two on the Billboard 200 and earning a nomination for Album of the Year at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards.

'Montero' was supported by chart-topping singles, including 'Montero (Call Me by Your Name)' and 'Industry Baby,' featuring Jack Harlow, along with the top-ten hit 'Thats What I Want.' Known for his vibrant queer visuals and dynamic social media presence, Lil Nas X has garnered numerous accolades, including two Grammy Awards, five Billboard Music Awards, and five MTV Video Music Awards, among others.

His iconic track 'Old Town Road' is recognized as the second highest-certified song in the United States, boasting 17 platinum certifications. In 2020, he was featured on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list, and the following year, Time magazine honored him as one of the 100 most influential people in the world. In 2022, he became the youngest honoree in the Songwriters Hall of Fame, receiving the prestigious Hal David Starlight Award.