"C7osure (You Like)" is a song by American rapper Lil Nas X. It is the seventh track on his second EP, 7 (2019). The song was produced by Boi-1da and Allen Ritter, with miscellaneous production by Abaz and X-Plosive.
Background
German producers X-Plosive and Abaz created a sketch for the beat two years prior to its release. In an interview with Rolling Stone, they said they "had Drake on our minds [making that], something really melodic."[1]
Lyrics and composition
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@LilNasX
some of y’all already know, some of y’all don’t care, some of y’all not gone fwm no more. but before this month ends i want y’all to listen closely to my song c7osure. 🌈🤩✨
In the song, Lil Nas X tells his fans that he plans to never have a solid plan.[3] Desire Thompson of Vibe states that the message of the song is about "pushing forward, despite fears of what's on the other side."[4]
On June 30, 2019, the last day of Pride Month, Lil Nas X tweeted that the lyrics of "C7osure" talk about his sexuality.[5] He also tweeted the track cover that has a rainbow colored building, going as far as to say "dead-ass thought I made it obvious", and showing two pictures of the EP cover. One with how it normally looks, and one where the picture is zoomed in on the rainbow building.[6] He said that the lyrics of "C7osure" confirm his identification as a member of the LGBT community.[7]
Reception
Craig Jenkins of Vulture describes the track as "a promising up-tempo disco jam." Jenkins describes "C7osure" and "Panini" as "breezy, catchy love songs."[8]