Old Town Road

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"Old Town Road" is a groundbreaking song by Lil Nas X, blending country and hip-hop elements. Released independently in December 2018, it gained massive popularity on TikTok, leading to a remix featuring Billy Ray Cyrus in April 2019. The song's unique blend of genres and its catchy, short structure contributed to its viral success. It samples Nine Inch Nails' "34 Ghosts IV" and features a banjo with trap-style drums, creating a distinctive sound. "Old Town Road" broke multiple records, including the longest-running No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with 19 weeks. It was certified diamond by the RIAA and named one of the best-selling singles globally. The song's themes touch on fame and perseverance, as Lil Nas X navigates the music industry. The remixes, including versions with Diplo and RM of BTS, further boosted its popularity, cementing its place in pop culture history.