From “Old Town Road” to “Dream Boy”: Lil Nas X Adds To His Net Worth With YSL Beauty Deal
Even if you weren’t a country music fan, it was hard not to hum along to “Old Town Road.” The 2019 hit featuring Billy Ray Cyrus dominated the Billboard charts for 45 weeks, including a remarkable 19 weeks at number one. Following that success, his album Montero sold 126,000 copies in its debut week. Montero Lamar Hill, better known as Lil Nas X, may have aspired to achieve the same level of popularity in country music as Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, which sold 407,000 copies in its first week this year, or to match the success of featured artist Shaboozey. Nevertheless, his accomplishments are impressive as an emerging artist who introduced himself to the world with a chart-topping single and album.
He is also known for his groundbreaking music videos, including a well-choreographed piece filmed in jail, in which he appeared naked. As a bisexual artist who embraces his identity openly, he has garnered strong support from his LGBTQ+ followers for his authenticity. Lil Nas X has attracted collaborations from a variety of well-known artists, including Jack Harlow, Doja Cat, Elton John, Megan Thee Stallion, and Miley Cyrus. His creative endeavors range from the controversial “devil shoe” collaboration with the New York-based art collective MSCHF to the provocative imagery in his “Montero” music video, all of which keep fans and critics alike buzzing.
What Is Lil Nas X Up to Today?
For fans eagerly awaiting the return of Beverly Hills Cop after four decades, the announcement of Eddie Murphy’s role in “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” was met with excitement. Lil Nas X added his flair to the film’s soundtrack with the song “Here We Go!” this week, bringing a fresh twist to the iconic instrumental. In addition, he recently announced a paid partnership with the health and beauty brand YSL Beauty. With his penchant for dramatic outfits and impeccable nail art, it’s anyone’s guess what Lil Nas X will do next.
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What Is Lil Nas X’s Net Worth?
Not every country artist can match the fortune of billionaires like Taylor Swift (with a net worth of $1 billion) or even the legendary Dolly Parton ($675 million) and Beyoncé ($800 million). However, Lil Nas X is certainly making his mark.
As of now, Lil Nas X’s estimated net worth is $9 million, a figure bolstered significantly by his album sales. He is a savvy marketer, adept at grabbing attention—whether through playful tweets about Nicki Minaj or making light of Doug the dog’s birthday party.
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