Lil Nas X Reports Feeling Better After Rehab and Bipolar Diagnosis

Thu Jun 18 2026 17:19:06 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Pop superstar Lil Nas X shares that he’s doing much better after rehab and a new bipolar diagnosis. He’s hopeful for new music soon.

Lil Nas X has posted a heartfelt Instagram video announcing he spent months in rehab and has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The singer said he feels less fear and is back in Atlanta with family. After a 2024 arrest in Los Angeles, the judge offered a mental‑health program that could lead to dismissal of charges. He teased new music and thanked fans for support. Fans can see more details on his therapeutic journey and future plans.

Lil Nas X says he’s feeling better after rehab and bipolar diagnosis

In a heartfelt three‑minute Instagram video, the $5 million pop star admitted he spent months in rehab, now returning to Atlanta with his family, and that his fear has faded.

Last summer he was charged with a bizarre attack on Los Angeles police after "walking the streets in his underwear," a case that could have ended in jail. The judge ultimately allowed a mental‑health programme that may dismiss the charges for his bipolar disorder diagnosis.

He teased new music soon, said "cos he’s not ready to hit pop stardom again just yet," and thanked fans for sticking with him.

From "Old Town Road" to "Montero" and "Industry Baby," his tracks have blended genres and tech, making him a TikTok king.