AsOutmagazine notes in a profile of him, it couldn’t have happened to a more deserving person.

The song was a major moment, both for Lil Nas X himself and for country music in general.

As a result, country music was forced to reckon with decades of systemic racism.

Lil Nas X smiles on the red carpet

I had to find it and listen to it immediately … and it’s really, really good."

She added, “Of course, I love him anyway.

I was surprised and I’m honored and flattered.

Dolly Parton performs onstage

I hope he does good for both of us.

Thank you @lilnasx.”