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Lil Nas X
Lil Nas X was born on April 9, 1999 in Lithia Springs, Georgia. He released 'Old Town Road' the year he turned 19, and won MTV Video Music Award the year he turned 21.
Lil Nas X was born in 1999 and is currently 27 years old. Anyone born before 1999 is older than Lil.
Lil Nas X is 27 years old in 2026, born on April 9, 1999 in Lithia Springs, Georgia (Aries).
Lil Nas X is 27 years old in 2026 and turned 27 on April 9, 2026. Lil Nas X's age in every year ↓
Born
April 9, 1999
World pop. at birth
~6B
Lil's age
27
Your age
20
Are you older than Lil Nas X?
No — Lil Nas X was born in 1999. You were born in 2006, making you 7 years younger.
At your age (20), Lil had already released 'Panini' (the year he turned 20), but hadn't yet won MTV Video Music Award (the year he turned 21).
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Lil's Life Timeline
Lil Nas X was born Montero Hill on April 9, 1999, in Lithia Springs, Georgia. He grew up in a close-knit family and developed a passion for music at a young age. His early life was marked by exploration of various musical genres and a strong connection to his identity, which he later embraced publicly as an openly gay artist.
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Lil Nas X gained widespread recognition in 2019 with the release of his single 'Old Town Road,' which became a cultural phenomenon. The song broke multiple records, including a historic 19 weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Following this success, he released his debut EP, '7,' which included hits like 'Panini' and 'Rodeo,' further establishing his presence in the music industry.
Since his breakthrough, Lil Nas X has continued to push boundaries in music and representation. He has received numerous awards, including Grammy nominations, and has become a prominent figure in discussions about LGBTQ+ representation in the entertainment industry. As of 2023, he remains an influential artist and continues to create music that resonates with a diverse audience.
Released 'Old Town Road'
Lil Nas X was 19 years old when he released 'Old Town Road' in December 2018. The country-rap single quickly went viral on TikTok and social media, setting the stage for its record-breaking chart run the following year.
Lil Nas X turned 19 in 2018, the year he released 'Old Town Road'. Are you older than Lil was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Broke Billboard records
Lil Nas X was 20 years old when 'Old Town Road' broke the Billboard record for the longest-running number one song, staying at the top for 19 weeks. This achievement marked a significant milestone in music history, blending country and rap genres.
Lil Nas X turned 20 in 2019, the year he broke Billboard records. Are you older than Lil was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Panini'
Lil Nas X turned 20 in 2019, the year he released 'Panini'. Are you older than Lil was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won MTV Video Music Award
Lil Nas X was 21 years old when he won the MTV Video Music Award for Best Music Video for 'Old Town Road.' This award recognized his innovative approach to music and visuals, contributing to his growing legacy.
Lil Nas X turned 21 in 2020, the year he won MTV Video Music Award. Are you older than Lil was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won Grammy for 'Old Town Road'
Lil Nas X turned 21 in 2020, the year he won Grammy for 'Old Town Road'. Are you older than Lil was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released debut album 'Montero'
Lil Nas X was 22 years old when he released his debut studio album 'Montero.' The album received critical acclaim, debuted at number two on the Billboard 200, and included hit singles like 'Montero (Call Me by Your Name)' and 'Industry Baby.'
Lil Nas X turned 22 in 2021, the year he released debut album 'Montero'. Are you older than Lil was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Received Grammy nominations
Lil Nas X was 22 years old when he received multiple Grammy nominations for his work on 'Montero.' This recognition highlighted his impact on the music industry and his role in advancing conversations about representation.
Lil Nas X turned 22 in 2021, the year he received Grammy nominations. Are you older than Lil was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Industry Baby' with Jack Harlow
Lil Nas X turned 22 in 2021, the year he released 'Industry Baby' with Jack Harlow. Are you older than Lil was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Sun Goes Down'
Lil Nas X turned 22 in 2021, the year he released 'Sun Goes Down'. Are you older than Lil was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Performed at BET Awards
Lil Nas X turned 22 in 2021, the year he performed at BET Awards. Are you older than Lil was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Lil Nas X in each year?
- 2026
- Lil Nas X is 27 years old in 2026 and turned 27 on April 9, 2026.
- 2018
- Lil Nas X was 18 at the start of 2018 and turned 19 on April 9, 2018. That year, he released 'Old Town Road'.
- 2019
- Lil Nas X was 19 at the start of 2019 and turned 20 on April 9, 2019. That year, he released 'Panini'.
- 2020
- Lil Nas X was 20 at the start of 2020 and turned 21 on April 9, 2020. That year, he won MTV Video Music Award.
- 2021
- Lil Nas X was 21 at the start of 2021 and turned 22 on April 9, 2021. That year, he released debut album 'Montero'.
Lil Nas X's age in every year
Ages change on April 9: the first number is before that birthday, the second after it.
- 19990 years old
- 20000 → 1 years old
- 20011 → 2 years old
- 20022 → 3 years old
- 20033 → 4 years old
- 20044 → 5 years old
- 20055 → 6 years old
- 20066 → 7 years old
- 20077 → 8 years old
- 20088 → 9 years old
- 20099 → 10 years old
- 201010 → 11 years old
- 201111 → 12 years old
- 201212 → 13 years old
- 201313 → 14 years old
- 201414 → 15 years old
- 201515 → 16 years old
- 201616 → 17 years old
- 201717 → 18 years old
- 201818 → 19 years old
- 201919 → 20 years old
- 202020 → 21 years old
- 202121 → 22 years old
- 202222 → 23 years old
- 202323 → 24 years old
- 202424 → 25 years old
- 202525 → 26 years old
- 202626 → 27 years old
