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.

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.

Kanye Omari West is an American rapper, fashion designer, and record producer. He was raised in the middle-class background of Chicago city by his highly educated mother Donda West. He had a knack for creativity and poetry from a very young age.

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.

Kanye West is a quadruple threat: producer, rapper, songwriter, and record executive. His albums have sold millions; his lyrics are sung by renowned recording artists including Brandy, Usher, and Alicia Keys.

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] He rose to fame in the mid 2000s. His first three bums, The College Dropout, Late Registration, and Graduation received many awards, [8][9] critical acclaim, [10] and commercial success.

Mar 16, 2025 · 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). In 2004 West released his massively successful debut solo album, "The College Dropout," which definitively established West as a critically acclaimed solo artist.

5 days ago · Kim Kardashian abruptly ended Kanye West's visit with daughter North West, 11, after learning that Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate would be meeting with West. The Tate brothers returned to the U.S ...

Aug 3, 2020 · Ye (/ 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, he is known for his varying musical style and polarizing cultural and political commentary.