Listen: This Is Why Lil Nas X’s Success Matters So Much

“I’m amazed that someone as young as him was able to overcome this hurdle, when it comes to sticking to what your true self is—and figuring out how to balance this with this oppressive force in your life.”

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To mark the start of summer, this week the BuzzFeed Daily team is re-sharing some of our very favorite interviews since the show kicked off earlier this year!

First, we’re talking all about Lil Nas X with Michael Blackmon.

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Then, we’re joined by Elamin Abdelmahmoud to discuss the changing tides of country music.

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