Lil Nas X has finally spoken out after a whirlwind weekend that saw him arrested, jailed, and slapped with multiple felony charges in Los Angeles.
The 26-year-old US rapper, born Montero Lamar Hill, pleaded not guilty to four felony counts on Monday before being released on $75,000 bail.
His arrest followed a chaotic incident in LA’s San Fernando Valley where police say he charged at officers after being spotted walking naked down a busy street. Three officers were reportedly injured in the confrontation.
In a video shared on Instagram, the Grammy-winning artist smiled faintly, shaking his head as if still processing the ordeal. “These last four days have been terrifying,” he admitted. Yet, with his trademark humor, he quickly added, “Your girl is going to be OK. She’s going to be alright.”
For now, he’s avoiding the specifics of what happened. His team has remained silent, while his attorney insists the allegations are an “absolute aberration” in an otherwise “remarkable” life.
The rapper—who turned country and hip-hop upside down with his 2019 megahit “Old Town Road” and later stunned the world with his bold, unapologetic artistry in “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)”—is expected back in court on September 15.
Lil Nas X’s rise has always been about defying expectations. But this time, the stakes are higher than ever. What began as a surreal moment on Ventura Boulevard has now spiraled into a legal battle that could shape the next chapter of his career—and his life.
Who is Lil Nas X? From ‘Old Town Road’ to Grammy-Winning Trailblazer
Lil Nas X (real name Montero Lamar Hill) is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for blending hip-hop, pop, and country sounds with bold, provocative visuals.
He rose to global fame in 2019 with his breakout single “Old Town Road”, a country-trap song that went viral on TikTok and broke the record for the longest-running No. 1 song on the Billboard Hot 100 (19 weeks). The track also earned him two Grammy Awards.
Beyond his music, Lil Nas X is celebrated for being openly gay in the hip-hop industry, a space where LGBTQ+ representation has historically been limited.
He often uses his platform to challenge stereotypes, spark conversations, and push artistic boundaries—whether through daring music videos (“Montero (Call Me By Your Name)”), fashion, or live performances.
Some of his biggest songs include:
- Old Town Road (2019)
- Montero (Call Me By Your Name) (2021)
- Industry Baby (with Jack Harlow, 2021)
He’s known for his playful humor, bold creativity, and unapologetic self-expression, making him both a beloved pop icon and a lightning rod for controversy.
