The Lil Nas X universe keeps getting bigger and bigger by the day. When we first met Montero, he was sporting a cowboy hat and riding a horse; now, he’s a detective closing the latest cold case. When it comes to visuals, Lil Nas X knows how to sell a story. But what’s his next move? Let’s take a trip down Montero memory lane and see where we end up…
The ‘INDUSTRY BABY’ Jail Cell
We can’t deny that the ‘INDUSTRY BABY’ music video changed lives. When this video dropped, we were still new fans and didn’t know what to expect from the singer, and boy, were we surprised! The Lil Nas X universe starts strong in a jail cell full of talented, attractive, and fashionable inmates. Who thought we’d be taking fashion inspiration from dancing inmates?
Another bonus of the Lil Nas X universe? It has Jack Harlow. I mean, how can we say no now?
The ‘HERE WE GO!’ Cop Car
Even though he was once in a pink jumpsuit behind bars, Lil Nas X is now in charge as lead detective. For the upcoming Netflix film Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Lil Nas X dropped one of the hottest songs of the summer. ‘HERE WE GO!’ gives us all the best car chase vibes – it’s like the older brother of Charli XCX’s ‘Speed Drive.’
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F stars Eddie Murphy and comes out globally on Netflix July 3. In the new film, Detective Axel Foley (Eddie Murphy) is back on the beat in Beverly Hills. After his daughter’s life is threatened, she (Taylour Paige) and Foley team up with a new partner (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) and old pals Billy Rosewood (Judge Reinhold) and John Taggart (John Ashton) to turn up the heat and uncover a conspiracy.
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F’s synopsis
We are so excited about this new movie, but even more excited about the soundtrack! We are looking forward to seeing how it’s going to be incorporated into the film, but most of all, thrilled that another setting of the Lil Nas X universe has been unlocked! If Detective Montero pulled us over on the highway, we’d gladly submit to a pat down.
You can catch Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F on Netflix starting July 3 and hear Lil Nas X talking more about the origins of the song here.
The ‘MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)’ Underworld
We’re heading down, down down, where things get a little too spicy and hot. The next stop on the Lil Nas X universe tour is led by the devil himself. This is probably the most familiar stop on our tour as you’ve probably already seen the ‘MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)’ music video one too many times. We know we certainly have.
However, we can’t stay down here too much longer. We’ve got a lunch reservation in a western saloon.
The ‘Old Town Road’ Saloon
Heading back up to earth, we’re in a different type of heat. The desert is where Lil Nas X started his journey. ‘Old Town Road’ was on full blast for us in 2019 every day and was the perfect way to ring in summertime. We love how creative Lil Nas X gets when it comes to the creative direction of his videos, and this one definitely is in our top five favorites!
The ‘THATS WHAT I WANT’ Football Field
The final stop in the Lil Nas X universe is…on a football field? We’ve unlocked sporty Montero, and we can’t complain. He always seems to surprise us and running a touchdown certainly had us on our toes. If there’s one artist that can go from sparkly high heels to a sports field in one day, it’s Lil Nas X.
What’s Next?
So, what do we want to see next in this universe? We’d love to see Lil Nas X take on a Step Up-like video in the pouring rain, an extravagant Hollywood movie set, or a video underwater. When it comes to Lil Nas X, the options for creativity are endless!
What was your favorite stop in the Lil Nas X universe? What did you think about his new song ‘HERE WE GO!’? Let us know in the comments or by buzzing with us on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram 🐝
Want more from Lil Nas X? Check out his recent collaboration with Camila Cabello and catch his documentary, Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero, on HBO Max now.
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