Ye [a] (/ j eɪ / YAY; born Kanye Omari West / ˈ k ɑː n j eɪ / 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]

3 days ago · 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.

2 days ago · Kanye West and his wife, Bianca Censori, are back together as a couple after an apparent split, their publicist confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter, and are preparing to sue the rap mogul’s ...

2 days ago · By Kanye West’s recent standards, the surprise release of his “lost” album “Donda 2” to streaming services is relatively sedate news. The rapper, now known as Ye, first released “Donda ...

In October 2021, he legally changed his name to Ye. Explore Kanye West's music on Billboard. Get the latest news, biography, and updates on the artist.

2 days ago · "Donda 2" from Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has officially arrived on streaming services amid fan backlash about his latest behavior. The current version of "Donda 2," named after his late ...

Feb 6, 2025 · 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.

3 days ago · Kanye West has released his lost album “Donda 2” after he revealed on a livestream that he was planning to drop the record today. The roots for “Donda 2” date back to early 2022, when the ...

Born Kanye Omari West on June 8, 1977, in Atlanta, Georgia; Kanye West made a breakthrough with his No. 2 album, The College Dropout, in 2004. His follow-up 2005 album, the chart-topping Late Registration, earned him his first Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hit with "Gold Digger."

Feb 6, 2025 · Kanye West is sharing some news about his health. In a conversation on “The Download” podcast with Justin Laboy , West, who changed his name to Ye, said he was previously misdiagnosed with ...