Kanye West, one of the most influential figures in modern hip-hop and culture, recently has faced backlash due to his comments on the social media app X (formerly known as twitter). A recent X rant was viewed by millions, creating controversy for Kanye and his brand.
West tweeted that he was a “Nazi,” and hated Jewish people. He also posted a link to his new t-shirt, which featured a Nazi symbol. Next he called for the release of Sean ‘P Diddy’ Combs from prison, declaring him an innocent man.
At one point, he posted comments on X saying that he hated Jewish people, which led to heavy backlash against him in the X trending center. X responded by banning and deactivating his account. The message now reads: “This account doesn’t exist.”
Kanye West has been known to be diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Due to this condition, sporadic behavior can occur with difficulty controlling emotions. These challenges have reflected in his behavior in public.
The 47-year-old rapper recently appeared at the Grammys, where he asked his wife, Bianca Censori, to remove her black coat revealing her naked body to the world. This situation was wildly inappropriate in the setting and left many viewers shocked and confused.
Senior Jessie Toscano, a long-time fan, shared, “I made my senior quote from Kanye, and after his recent outburst, I want to remove it.” Toscano has long considered Kanye one of the most significant musical artists of our time.
Kanye has made an undoubted impact on the youth through his music, but with more controversy surrounding his name, that might not last forever.
Senior Kudzai Bere added, “I can’t believe the things Kanye said. It really shows the effects of mental illness on people. It’s honestly just sad.”
Kanye’s recent behavior has sparked anger and divided opinions on him. While his musical influence is undeniable, his recent actions have significantly changed how people view his name.
