Watch LilNasX open up about why he decided to come out after reaching 'the top'
A few months ago, Lil Nas X revealed to the world that he was gay. The rapper
out that he wanted his fans to pay closer attention to the lyrics of his song "C7osure," and added "thought I made it obvious." In the following months, the young star broke records when his track "Old Town Road" became the longest-reigning No. 1 single, with 19 consecutive weeks at the top position. to discuss what led to his official coming out announcement.
The star said that he didn't feel forced out of the closet, but rather remarked that growing up he was taught to "hate that shit," referring to homosexuality. When Hart began to push back, asking why he was taught to hate it, Lil Nas X responded "Come on, now. If you really from the hood, you know."
He continued, saying that he knew if he came out earlier in his career, he would be accused of seeking attention. But coming out while at No. 1 on the charts, he says, had a different impact. "If you're doing this while you're at the top, you know that it's for real," he says. "It's showing that it doesn't really matter, I guess." the HBO Sports series where some of the biggest names from sports and entertainment come together for honest conversations.
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