Lil Nas X Gets Candid About Coming Out As Gay: ‘I Planned To Die With The Secret’

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Lil Nas X is ready to be your next queer icon! The Grammy winner opened up about his sexuality in a new interview with The Guardian, telling the outlet he didn’t originally plan on coming out as a young gay black man. Related: Former Homophobic Republican Congressman Comes Out As Gay! In fact, the rapper said he “planned to die with the secret” before he rose to fame.

He shared: Since sharing his truth with the public, the Old Town Road performer has gone on to express that part of his identity through eye-catching fashion statements on the red carpet.

And while he’s fully prepared to represent the LGBT community, Nas doesn’t want his young fans thinking they have to dress a certain way.