While 2021 demonstrated that Lil Nas X isn’t shy about shocking viewers with racy antics on and off stage, a recent interview will draw surprise for a different reason.

The notorious social media ‘troll,’ who has used the platform to springboard himself into one of modern music’s most talked about careers, showed his vulnerable side when he sat down with ‘CBS Sunday Morning’ correspondent Tracy Smith on a segment that aired Sunday (January 2).

Defining his gargantuan success of last year as a ‘transformation,’ the ‘Old Town Road’ star (born Montero Hill) dished openly about his bumpy road to success – which included poverty, not being close to his parents (including a mother battling substance addiction), loneliness, hiding his sexuality, and more.

Dishing on these topics and more, look inside to see Hill show the man behind the music like never before.

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For the good, bad, ugly, or downright shocking, 2021 was full of memorable moments!

Now, as the year draws to a close, That Grape Juice is reflecting on the occasions that rocked – and to some degree maybe even reshaped – the Urban and Pop cultural landscape as we know it.

Next, we’re discussing why Lil Nas X was easily the year’s most talked about musical act.

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Award season is upon us!

And the latest, and one of the most prestigious, is the BRIT Awards 2022.

Nominations for the UK’s equivalent of the Grammys were announced moments ago and brought major listings for the likes of Adele, Lil Nas, Ed Sheeran, Little Mix, and more.

Ahead of the February 8 ceremony, which is being hosted by Mo Gilligan and airs live from London’s O2 Arena, check out the full list of nominees below…

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For many, Barack Obama serves as their forever President. As such, it’s of little surprise that his popularity remains oh so potent five years after leaving The White House.

Pressing on with his practice of anchoring himself in Pop culture, #44 has unveiled his list of Favorite Music of 2021.

Speaking on the eclectic tally, Obama said:

“I’ve always enjoyed listening to a wide variety of music, so it’s no surprise that I listened to a little bit of everything this year. I hope you find a new artist or song to add to your own playlist.”

The blend of bops includes infectious cuts from the likes of Lil Nas X, Dancehall queen Spice, Lizzo, Cardi B, and Jon Batiste – who leads the nominations for the 2022 GRAMMYs.

Check out which tunes Obama has had on replay after the jump…

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Lil Nas X is the latest major name to share they have contracted COVID-19.

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Lil Nas X has been pulled out of his latest gig.

The ‘Old Town Road’ rapper and Coldplay have both been removed from the UK’s Jingle Bell Ball after members of their teams have tested positive for COVID-19.

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Lil Nas X has been blazing quite the trail and was rewarded for his efforts at the Variety Hitmakers Brunch.

For, he was bestowed with the Innovator of the Year Award.

Whether it’s living his truth unapologetically, topping charts with infectious bops such as ‘Industry Baby’ and ‘Montero,’  or advocating for the LGBTQ community, the 22-year-old is unquestionably making a major mark.

It’s fitting, then, that Nas was honored for exactly this at the star-studded ceremony.

Chloe Bailey was on-hand to present the award and saluted her peer with an impassioned introduction that left the ever-animated star speechless.

Watch Nas’ presentation segment below…

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It’s that time of year again.

The 2022 GRAMMY Award nominations have officially arrived (as we reported here) and the internet has been quick to react to the list of nominees.

Many stars flocked to social media to share their thoughts as well as thank their fans.

Peep reactions from Doja Cat, Lil Nas X, and more below…

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Will Lil Nas X finally get what he wants?

The chart-topper has unlocked his latest promotional masterstroke by taking the narrative of his ‘That’s What I Want’ music video to the Maury Show.

Viewers of the viral visual watched Nas reach his wit’s end over a lover that ultimately had a wife and child.

For this special episode of Maury, the star is joined by the characters from the vid and the trio takes to the stage to detangle their love triangle.

Watch the full episode below…

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‘Call Me By Your Name’ hitmaker Lil Nas X sees his name printed a-front the cover of the 26th annual ‘GQ’ magazine ‘Men of the Year’ issue.

Crowned GQ’s ‘Musician of the Year’ for easily being the year’s most talked about music star, the 22-year-old – under the lens of famed photographer Pari Dukovic – struck quite the creative poses while donning Dior, Gucci, Tom Ford, Louis Vuitton, and other high fashion brands inside the pages of the men’s magazine.

Dishing on his meteoric rise to success and a few other social hot topics (including the backlash against fellow chart-topping hitmaker DaBaby due to a homophobic rant over the summer), look inside to see highlights from the feature.

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Lil Nas X sure knows how to drum up buzz.

And he’s living up to said billing by extending the narrative of his ‘That’s What I Want’ music video onto the Maury Show.

The highly viral visual featured the chart-topper at his wit’s end over a lover that ultimately had a wife and child.

After much ado, this Wednesday (November 17) brings with it the debut of the segment.

Before then, check out an extended trailer below…

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Lil Nas X has established a knack for storytelling.

Case in point the video for his latest single ‘That’s What I Want,’ which featured the chart-topper bemoaning a lover that wasn’t available in totality…because he had a wife and child.

Now, he’s taking the “predicament” to none other than the Maury Show.

Watch the epic segment, which features the stars of the music video, below…

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