Lil Nas X Says Nicki Minaj And Drake Turned Down Collab Offers

Lil Nas X has had another historic year for his young career.

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Nas X’s “Industry Baby” and “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” singles were both number one songs in the US.

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These singles appeared on Nas X’s debut studio album, “Montero.”

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In a new GQ interview, Nas X said he wanted Drake and Nicki Minaj on his album.

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Nas X wanted Nicki Minaj on “Industry Baby.”

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Nas X wanted Drake on “Dollar Sign Slime,” which also included Megan Thee Stallion.

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Nas X said he wasn’t able to get either Drake or Nicki.

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Jack Harlow eventually appeared on “Industry Baby.”

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The “Montero” album debuted at number two, on the Billboard 200 chart.

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