“Old Town Road” singer Lil Nas X shocked fans on Thursday morning (Aug. 21) after being spotted nearly naked while walking through the streets of Los Angeles.

Wearing nothing but underwear and cowboy boots, the rapper interacted with passersby, placed a traffic cone on his head, and was eventually approached by police officers.

Why Was Lil Nas X Taken to the Hospital?

According to TMZ law enforcement sources, paramedics were called to the scene, and Lil Nas X was transported to a Los Angeles hospital. However, neither the singer nor his team have shared official details about his hospitalization.

Some pedestrians speculated that drugs may have been involved, but at this time, no evidence supports those claims. The incident reportedly occurred around 4 a.m., and Lil Nas X told bystanders he was heading to a party.

A Turbulent 2025 for the “Montero” Singer

This unusual event marks yet another unpredictable chapter in Lil Nas X’s 2025. Earlier this week, he wiped his Instagram account and began teasing new music with colorful visuals.

Among the teasers was a preview of a new track called “Black Horse” and a collaboration with Lil Jon titled “Kimbo.”

Notably, this activity comes after months of silence following his April hospitalization for partial facial paralysis.

Lil Nas X’s Career Highlights

Although “Old Town Road” remains his breakout hit, Lil Nas X has delivered multiple chart-topping songs, including:

• “Panini”

• “Rodeo” (featuring Cardi B)

• “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)”

• “Industry Baby” (featuring Jack Harlow)

Country music fans especially remember his 2019 collaboration with Billy Ray Cyrus, which won the CMA Award for Music Event of the Year.

Looking ahead, the rapper has announced that his highly anticipated new album, Dreamboy, is set for release in 2025.

What Fans Can Expect Next

While the cause of Lil Nas X’s hospitalization remains unclear, fans are keeping a close eye on his social media for updates. With new music on the horizon and his upcoming album Dreamboy, it’s clear that Lil Nas X is not slowing down despite his recent struggles.