..to both songs.

It should be obvious, but in case you missed it: when Timberlake & Timbaland released the song in 2002 it was a hit, right out the gate. Since then, its been ranked highly on several critics lists as one of the best songs of all time (not saying that I agree, but that shouldn't be ignored).

NIN doubled down on that in 2008 with 34 Ghost IV.

Lil' Nas X is following a proven formula with some added drums & lows and its working.

That's a win for everyone.


*skatin' the rings of saturn*


..and miles to go before i sleep...