Lil Nas X Defends Mocking Jesus: "THE GREATEST COMEBACK OF ALL TIME"

Lil Nas X is causing a stir, once again.

The rapper revealed his forthcoming single “J Christ,” which drops this Friday (January 12) at midnight, along with its artwork, which depicts him nailed to a cross in a Christlike pose.

On socials he explained that “MY NEW SINGLE IS DEDICATED TO THE MAN WHO HAD THE GREATEST COMEBACK OF ALL TIME!”

Apparently Nas X thought that explanation would be enough to prevent any kind of backlash, but the pitchforks came quickly out in full force. This additional artwork likely didn’t help.

Social media immediately went on a tear, with many critics condemning his use of Christ’s imagery and calling the artwork blasphemous.

Lil Nas X wasted no time responding to complaints, posting that was not trying to mock Jesus, but also accusing detractors of “gatekeeping a religion.”

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