After a two-year hiatus, Lil Nas X is back! The superstar rapper, singer, and songwriter has released his new single “J CHRIST”, a collaboration with Omer Fedi, Gesaffelstein, and Blake Slatkin, via Columbia Records. The song is the first taste of his upcoming era, which promises to be bold, daring, and innovative.

Along with the song, Lil Nas X has also unveiled the official video, which he directed himself and wrote the story for. The video is a stunning and provocative spectacle that showcases Lil Nas X’s creative vision and artistic flair. In the video, Lil Nas X battles his demons and angels, and faces both heaven and hell, with some famous faces making cameo appearances. He ultimately triumphs over evil and chooses his own path of faith, sailing through a rapturous flood. He also pays tribute to his previous hit “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)”, which catapulted him to global fame.

Lil Nas X makes a bold statement with his new single and video, declaring “THIS WAY” as his chosen direction. He expresses his spirituality in his own unique way, and embraces his new identity as a follower of Christ. He quotes 2 Corinthians 5:17, which says: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”

 

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“J CHRIST” have sparked a lot of controversy and backlash from some Christians who accuse Lil Nas X of mocking Jesus and their faith. The artist has defended his artistic expression and said he is not making fun of anything, but rather dedicating his song to the man “who had the greatest comeback of all time“.

The video for “J CHRIST” was filmed in Mexico City, and was produced by SixTwentySix and Habitant Productions. The visual effects were done by Mathematic. The video is a must-watch for fans of Lil Nas X and anyone who appreciates creative and original music and art.

Check it out below: