Lil Nas X first broke through along with his viral hit "Old Town Road" in 2019. In 2021, he launched his self-titled debut album "Montero." The album spawned the hits "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)" and "Industry Baby," two of the greatest songs of 2021.
Montero has caused controversy with his provocative music videos and live performances. He has ushered in a new wave of gay male representation in well-liked tune.
He not too long ago sat down with James Corden for his very own Carpool Karaoke phase. During the chat, Montero revealed he's met some "well known" males on the relationship app Raya. However, he also stated the stories convinced him no longer to date famous men in the long term.
Lil Nas X Confirmed His Relationship With Dancer Yai Ariza To Variety In 2021
In 2021, Montero used to be on best of the world. He had two of the largest songs of the year with "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)" and "Industry Baby." He additionally launched his self-titled debut album to spectacular sales and rave reviews.
That same yr, the singer opened up to Variety when he graced the quilt in their Power of Young Hollywood issue. In the article, Montero opened up about his own discovery that he was once homosexual. He also mentioned his first real dating.
"I was 18, I believe," Montero stated. "Before that, there was a guy who wasn't my boyfriend, but we met in middle school and we talked, after we both found out that each other were gay. But I didn't act on anything until high school — well, middle school, but then high school."
In October 2020, he revealed to CR Men that he was courting somebody.
"I'm dating someone right now," he mentioned. "We're not in a relationship yet, but it's been on and off for the past few months. I'm maybe going to try to go steady this time."
It's unclear if Montero was once courting the identical man when talking to Variety. However, he confirmed he used to be in a courting when talking to the outlet.
"I've had some good boyfriends and some bad ones. A lot of them were emotionally unavailable or had a lot of insecurity and whatnot," Montero mentioned. "I've found someone special now. I think this is the one. I can't explain it — it's just a feeling."
The id of Montero's thriller guy grew to become out to be his backup dancer Yai Ariza, who he kissed on stage at the BET Awards that very same year. Ariza would also seem as Montero's love pastime in his "That's What I Want" music video.
The Couple Split That Same Year And Montero Said He Wasn't Ready For Relationships Just Yet
In October 2021, Montero showed the end of his dating with Ariza in an interview with SiriusXM's Hits 1 LA. Montero would later discuss to GQ and reflect on the duty a relationship calls for.
"It's a responsibility. I've been wanting somebody for so long and wanting somebody to love for so long, but it's a real responsibility," Montero mentioned. "And you have to give this person your time. And I like to go missing for like a week to focus … not talk to anyone and focus on myself. And I'm more in love with what I'm doing than people."
Montero additionally made it transparent that he didn't have any hard emotions toward his ex.
"I started actually dating my last boyfriend this past year, who I'm still on really good terms with," he said. "I love him to death. He's the best. I feel it was the most serious relationship I've ever had."
Still, Montero sounded undecided whether or not he would be relationship seriously in the near future.
"I feel I still want to hang out with guys every now and then," Montero mentioned. "I don't want anything that's—not to be a whore or anything, but I don't want anything that's like, 'I need your time right now.'"
He additionally stated that he doesn't need to date only for the sake of love.
"Sometimes, when you get sad or whatnot, you just want to go with somebody and cuddle and kiss and hug," he said. "And I love to do that. But ultimately, I feel I've gotten to a place where I have enough love for me that I can focus on myself."
Montero did conclude, on the other hand, that he isn't opposed to the concept of falling in love.
"When the time comes [for love], I'm not going to force it or anything," he said. "There'll be somebody, and I'll say, 'Okay, I want to make this person a priority.'"
Montero Discusses Using Raya During His Carpool Karaoke Segment And Said He Doesn't Want To Date Celebrities
He's received Grammys, VMAs, and now, Montero has received another monumental accolade... his very personal Carpool Karaoke segment.
During his chat with James Corden in 2023, Montero revealed that he has used the courting app Raya. The app is private and membership-based. It's also stated to be utilized by many celebrities and public figures.
"I used to utilize Raya," Montero said. "It's very much like, tumbled off for myself and I just began to meet individuals face to face. Also, Raya is really popular, everybody's renowned on there. I've met many well known folks. I think I've come to realize that I could do without dating celebrities."
Corden requested Montero if any of his dates ever seemed on Carpool Karaoke, to which he mentioned yes. Corden then jokingly requested if one in every of the males was once Michael Bublé.
"I won't tell you... Michael Bublé?! ... No doubt, definitely," Montero replied. "You got me. Might you at any point envision? Michael Bublé is gay?... He's hot and he has an amazing voice."
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