This archive report was first published on 2 July 2019.
At the end of Pride Month in 2019, rapper Lil Nas X made a significant announcement about his personal life. The artist, known for his hit song 'Old Town Road,' had been at the top of the Billboard 100 chart for 12 weeks.
Speculation about his sexuality had been ongoing, but Lil Nas X put the rumors to rest with a tweet confirming his identity.
He made the announcement on July 1, 2019, just days after a successful performance at the BET Awards. The artist had been dropping hints about his sexuality in his music, particularly in his song 'C7osure' from his EP '7.'
The lyrics of 'C7osure' contain subtle references to his sexuality, and the cover of the EP features the colors of the rainbow, a symbol of the LGBTQI community.
Lil Nas X responded to fans who thought he had made his sexuality obvious, saying, 'deadass thought i made it obvious' on Twitter.
Since making the announcement, Lil Nas X has received widespread support from his fans and the LGBTQI community.
His song 'C7osure' has also seen a surge in popularity, with over 2.4 million views on YouTube.
