Ye[a] (/ jeɪ / YAY; born Kanye Omari West / ˈkɑːnjeɪ / KAHN-yay; June 8, 1977) is an American rapper and record producer. One of the most prominent figures in hip-hop, [3] he is known for his varying musical style [4] and polarizing cultural and political commentary. [5]

6 hours ago · The 24-time Grammy winning rapper formerly known as Kanye West appeared on the red carpet alongside his wife, Australian entrepreneur and model Bianca Censori, at the Crypto.com Arena in downtown ...

Jan 18, 2025 · Kanye West (born June 8, 1977, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.) is an American producer, rapper, and fashion designer who parlayed his production success in the late 1990s and early 2000s into a career as a popular, critically acclaimed solo artist.

9 hours ago · Kanye West revamped his Instagram to follow only Taylor Swift, more than 15 years after they began feuding, and he wants fans to take a look at what he's done—just before the 2025 Grammys.

3 days ago · Kanye West earns another No. 1 on Billboard's Streaming Songs chart with "Carnival." He's now tied with Cardi B, Miley Cyrus and Lil Baby for the sixth-most rulers.

Oct 18, 2024 · Kanye West is an outspoken Grammy Award-winning rapper known for the songs “Gold Digger” and “Stronger.” Read about his wife Bianca Censori, albums, and more.

Ye[3][4] (born Kanye Omari West; June 8, 1977) is an American rapper, record producer, singer, songwriter, and fashion designer from Chicago, Illinois. [5][6][7] In 2020, West ran for President of the United States, under his own political party, the Birthday Party.

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Kanye West, also known as Ye, is simultaneously one of the most original and trailblazing artists of the 21st century — and one of its most polarizing.

American producer, rapper, and fashion designer Kanye West first gained recognition for his production work for Roc-A-Fella Records, especially on rapper JAY-Z's album "Blueprint" (2001).