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Chris Molanphy, "Old Town Road" (Duke UP, 2023)

Sep 15, 2023
Author and music analyst, Chris Molanphy, discusses Lil Nas X's song 'Old Town Road' and its impact on pop history. They explore the history and evolution of Billboard charts, the collaboration with Billy Ray Cyrus, the debate about race and genre, and the challenges Lil Nas X may face in maintaining his success. They also discuss his coming out as a gay artist and his knack for creating viral music across genres.
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