Lil Nas X Reflects on ‘J Christ’ Controversy – ‘I Admit I Messed Up Badly’
Lil Nas X Reflects on ‘J Christ’ Controversy – ‘I Admit I Messed Up Badly’
In a candid video posted on Monday, Lil Nas X opened up about the backlash surrounding his latest single, “J Christ.” The pop sensation, strapped to a cross in the accompanying music video, acknowledged his missteps in the controversial promotional campaign. Addressing critics, he clarified, “I didn’t mean to mock. This wasn’t a ‘Fuck you to you people. Fuck you to the Christians.’ It was not that.”
Lil Nas X Reflects on ‘J Christ’ Controversy – ‘I Admit I Messed Up Badly’
The four-and-a-half-minute video aimed not only to apologize but also to provide insight into the artist’s mindset. Lil Nas X recognized the mental toll the controversy took, stating, “I can act unbothered all I want, but it’s definitely taking a mental toll on me.”
While he refrained from a direct apology for “J Christ,” the artist expressed regret for the impact of his promotional choices. Aware that religion is a sensitive topic, he admitted, “I know I messed up really bad this time.”
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