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Kanye West Unleashed “Yeezus” 10 Years Ago: Stream “Hold My Liquor” To Celebrate

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Kanye West is in a wildly different place than he was ten years ago. In 2013, he returned to solo albums after a Jay-Z collab project and a G.O.O.D. Music compilation with one mission: erase his board and start over with a vengeance. His vehicle for that was that year’s Yeezus, an abrasive, industrial, and energetically relentless album that released a decade ago today. While hip-hop had already turned to a more experimental edge before, Ye’s 10-track effort brought those innovations to the mainstream in a big way. However, at the time, “Hold My Liquor” was among the most boundary-pushing on the tracklist, yet recent years are what have given it its elevated status in his discography.

To start, the features from Bon Iver and Chief Keef match the ghostly vibe of the track incredibly well. While Justin Vernon’s intro and bridge are a lost and ominous reflection of the indulgent lifestyle the song portrays, Sosa’s contributions bask in that hedonism rather than lament it. It’s an effective contrast, and one that the Chicago MC highlight in his long verse as well. But of course, Yeezus isn’t about the lyrics most of the time (as moments like the “sweet and sour sauce” line on “I’m In It” prove). Rather, the production on this track represents some of the most progressive, electronic-inspired, and otherworldly that Kanye West has ever worked with. Moreover, there are soaring guitars from Mike Dean, pulsating bass and synths that feel like a heartbeat, moments where the percussion melts like the bridge, and atmospheric synthesizers.

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Kanye West’s “Hold My Liquor” Turns 10 Years Old Alongside Yeezus

On top of that, it’s filled with small metallic and distorted elements like the wail at the end of Kanye West’s verse lines. Overall, “Hold My Liquor” makes for a journey of a track on Yeezus that tries to take control of Ye’s destructive lifestyle with bold confidence. It’s a shame that he unfortunately continues to exhibit the most unrestrained parts of that primal nature in a negative way these days, but that’s also what makes the album so compelling: it was his darkest affirmation yet, but one that by its end displayed a hope that things would get better soon. Hopefully that’s still in the cards. Let us know your favorite Yeezus track to celebrate its tenth anniversary down in the comments. Also, come back to HNHH for the latest news and updates on Kanye West.

Quotable Lyrics
Still ain’t learn me no manners
You love me when I ain’t sober
You love me when I’m hungover
Even when I blow doja

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Kanye West & Kim Kardashian Come Together To Co-Parent Son Saint’s Basketball Game

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Kanye West and Kim Kardashian have had a rocky relationship to say the least, most recently due to the rapper’s erratic behavior and social media attacks against her and the family. However, they put that aside for the kids time and time again. Recently, the two went to their son Saint’s basketball game on Friday (June 16) at the Mamba Academy in Thousand Oaks, Los Angeles. Moreover, they arrived separately, with the fashion mogul being the one to take their seven-year-old to the court. While the Chicago artist came with some company, his current wife Bianca Censori wasn’t there, although she bonded with the West kids in her own way.

The new couple recently went to a Hollywood bus tour after Ye’s wild birthday party. The event brought about rumors of a musical comeback and featured famous guests plus a controversial way to plate sushi: a naked woman. No matter the antics, it seems like Kim Kardashian is holding higher ground and trying her best to leave those worries behind. In fact, she threw their daughter North West a great birthday party of her own and took her to Dior with $1,250 to spend.

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Kim Kardashian & Kanye West As Co-Parents

Still, that doesn’t mean that the 42-year-old doesn’t speak on her ex-husband from time to time. “I don’t want to be part of this narrative and it’s like, when is this ever gonna end?” she remarked in season three of “The Kardashians.” “Like, it never will and I’m stuck with this for the rest of my life. I still feel the need to not talk about it and protect it from my kids and I always will feel that way, but God, if people knew. I just would never do that to my kids. She actually doesn’t know,” she continued, referring to North.

“No TV, only Apple TV,” Kim Kardashian went on concerning Kanye West’s antics. “I can’t risk an Access Hollywood or anything on the news coming up with their dad mentioned and they want to watch. I have to figure out a way to protect and so they still haven’t seen anything, but then I go into crisis mode. Sometimes I feel like if he were to hit rock bottom, that’s his journey that he needs to figure out on his own. I used to spend hours and hours and hours of my day to be the clean-up crew. I just don’t have that energy.” For more updates on the split stars, log back into HNHH.

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Kim Kardashian Says She Shields Her Children From Kanye News: ‘Only Apple TV’

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Kim Kardashian revealed she doesn’t let her kids keep up with news about their dad, Kanye West. The mom of four shares North, Saint, Chicago and PsalmWest with her ex-husband, and takes all precautions to shield them from stories related to their father.

“When stuff is said, it’s a chain to my whole household, no TV, only Apple TV,” Kim revealed to her mom, Kris Jenner, during Thursday’s episode of The Kardashians. “I can’t risk Access Hollywood coming up next or anything on the news coming up with their dad mentioned and they want to watch,” Kim continued. “I have to figure out a way to, like, protect. And so they still haven’t seen anything, but I go into crisis mode.”

During this week’s episode of The Kardashians, which aired on June 1, Kim recalled that, when she was married to Kanye and he would make negative headlines, she would run around calling people behind his back telling them, “It’s gonna be OK. It’s gonna be OK. Don’t worry. Just give him another chance.” Kim revealed that she used to “spend hours and hours and hours” of her days as “the clean up crew.” “That’s why you got divorced because you can’t do that to yourself,” Kris told her daughter.
During her confessional, Kim admitted, “It’s like the hardest feeling to watch someone you really loved and you have a family with just be so different than who you knew.”

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Kanye West Shuts Down Construction Company Amid Financial Struggle

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Kanye West is going through a lot right now, and has been for almost a full year following his fallout with The Gap, Adidas, and the public after his anti-semitic comments and other controversial behavior. While he’s up to other endeavors these days like his Yeezy fashion shows, his pockets don’t seem to run as deep as they used to. Moreover, AllHipHop reports that the Chicago native shut down his construction company, Yeezy Construction, Inc. What’s more is that he actually had at least one major project on the horizon when it came to property. However, it seems like that goal is unattainable at the moment.

Furthermore, he planned to renovate his $57 million Malibu property and customize it as he saw fit. To elaborate, Kanye West basically rendered the home skeletal as he sought to add new windows and invest in making it his own. Back in November of 2022, reports emerged that the 45-year-old halted said process because of his worsening financials and business relationships. Now, the U.S. Sun reports that sources see the property abandoned and in ruin.

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Kanye West’s Abandoned Malibu Property

The financial repercussions that Ye faced for his antics vary, whether it’s partnerships cutting ties altogether or forming some sort of compromise due to the other side’s monetary fallout, as well. For example, recent reports indicated that Adidas did, in fact, freeze Kanye West’s account totaling close to $100 million as he previously claimed. While they agreed to sell the remainder of unsold Yeezy stock, it’s clear the brand wants to officially terminate the relationship as soon as possible. In addition, they announced that most of the proceeds will go to the Anti-Defamation League, a leading voice against antisemitism, and the Philonise & Keeta Floyd Institute for Social Change dedicated to the life of George Floyd and justice for marginalized communities.

Meanwhile, as new Yeezy colorways and designs hit the Internet, fans wonder just how much money this will net the multi-hyphenate. Also, debate surely sprouted among many fans on whether they would support this decision. Regardless of how it pans out, it will be very interesting to see how this business deal comes to a close- and how much stakeholders and the company leaders themselves will benefit from it. For more updates and the latest news on Kanye West, stay logged into HNHH.

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A.I. Shows What Kanye West, Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj & More Would Look Like When Older

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Artificial intelligence in music provoked a lot of discussion, condemnation, but also celebration among the industry. Whether it was fake tracks with other rappers’ voices, AI-generated lyrics, or covers of famous songs by deceased legends, it took the world by storm in these past few months. However, let’s not forget that AI started making waves in the visual medium before it hit our ears. Moreover, now we have a bit of a combination of those two enterprises to once again bring hip-hop fans a curious thought experiment. Have you ever wondered what Kanye West, Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj, and many more would look like when they’re much, much older?

Well, now we might know, as AI artist David Zinyama uploaded various rappers aging (with help from the tech algorithm) on Tuesday (May 23). Other figures he used artificial intelligence to age include Beyoncé, Cardi B, Lil Wayne, Kendrick Lamar, DJ Khaled, J. Cole, and Usher. Presumably, the program generated the renditions based on one or various pictures of them and predicted what the change would look like in an unspecified amount of years. Furthermore, most are hard to believe, a few are pretty spot-on, but all of them are very uncanny. Also, some commenters pointed out that they look more like other people than they do themselves.

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How Will Your Favorite Rappers Age? AI Has A Guess

Still, this wave of debate around AI in art, when compared to that of AI in music, is a different but no less worrisome beast. For example, Will.i.am warned Sirius XM during an interview that these advancements go far beyond just music or art, and that steps must be taken to ensure people’s private rights to their image and voice are preserved. “We all have voices, and everyone’s compromised because there are no rights or ownership to your facial math or your voice frequency,” he stated. “So, forget songs. Banks. People calling up your bank pretending to be you. Forget songs. Just family matters and wiring money. You’re getting a FaceTime or a Zoom call and because there’s no intelligence on the call, there’s nothing to authenticate AI call or a person call.

“That’s the urgent thing, protecting our facial math,” he continued, “I am my face math, I don’t own that. I own the rights to ‘I Gotta Feeling’, I own the rights to the songs I wrote, but I don’t own the rights to my face or my voice? There’s new laws and new industries about to boof. This time next year you’ll be like, ‘Will.i.am said that on that radio station.’ Fact is, these are all new parameters that we’re all trying to navigate around because the technology is that amazing and with amazingness comes regulations and governance that we have yet to implement.” Let us know what you think of these renditions and the role of AI in art in the comments down below. In addition, come back to HNHH for the latest bizarre offerings and crossovers in the AI and music world.

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Kanye West Shaves Cross On Back Of His Head

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Kanye West was recently spotted on a quick Chick-Fil-A and gym stop with his wife in West Hollywood. Moreover, he unveiled a new hairstyle to paparazzi following him around: a cross shaved on the back of his head. Of course, this is unsurprising from an artist that has been very vocal about their Christian faith and that plays with its imagery quite often. As small as the change may be, it’s another minimal piece of context that fans harped on to get context around his mind state. After all, following his bigoted rhetoric and slammed attacks online, it’s tough for them to connect with him in any meaningful way.

However, that can only be a good thing as Kanye West continues to reflect, heal, and stay out of the limelight. The damage brought about by his incendiary comments stretch far beyond any musical or artistic connection his audience may have formed. Still, things don’t look necessarily promising as of late. For example, his Yeezy Season 10 fashion show reportedly had various references to Nazi and other right-wing imagery. With that in mind, it’s probably not yet time for him to return to the public space after undergoing a significant change of heart and attitude.

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Kanye West’s New ‘Do

Regardless, that’s not going to slow the Chicago rapper and designer down, or at least that’s what recent reports indicate. Given that he recently filed a trademark for “YZY Sock Shoes,” many believe that he’s breaking into the fashion space again instead of the musical realm. Despite those findings, it’s unclear whether it will actually result in a sold product or if it’s just another one of his ephemeral ideas. Only time will tell, although maybe he wants to stay low-key and reach more niche and blindly supportive audiences with his work. Another important component is Adidas’ decision to sell its Yeezy stock, an agreement that, if successful, would net Kanye West a lot of money.

Meanwhile, other roadblocks exist on the 45-year-old’s path that seem far more serious than his fashion endeavors. One of those is his chaotic presidential campaign, which might involve secret funds from conservative Marjorie Taylor Greene’s campaign and that’s gone through a lot of staff changes. His Donda Academy is also in dire straits as teachers, parents, and the wider public seek another way forward. We’ll see how important that cross is to his public image in the future. For more news and the latest updates on Kanye West, come back to HNHH.

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Kanye West & Bianca Censori Visit Chick-Fil-A Before Gym Workout

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Once again, fans are curious as to every move that Kanye West and Bianca Censori are making these days. During their most recent public outing, Ye got roasted for wearing padded boots up to his knees while out for dinner with his wife. Of course, it’s nothing compared to the onslaught of backlash and due reprimands that came after his public controversies, which put him in this reclusive space in the first place. However, now fans are curious as to the couple’s balance of healthy living and fast-food indulgence. Before hitting up a gym in West Hollywood on Monday (May 15), the two hit up Chick-Fil-A for a bite first.

Kanye West fans likely squirm at the mention of the chicken chain, as it inevitably recalls the infamous lyrics to his 2019 track “Closed On Sunday” off of JESUS IS KING. Still, that’s not the only thing that caught spectators’ eyes on their stroll. Moreover, the Chicago artist wore what seemed like sock-shoe hybrids. This is notable because, just days ago, reported emerged that Kanye filed a trademark for “YZY Sock Shoes,” hinting at another product to come.

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Kanye West & Bianca Censori Out For Dinner

LOS ANGELES, CA – MAY 13: Kanye West and Bianca Censori are seen on May 13, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rachpoot/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images/Getty Images)

What’s more is that, despite his near-complete absence from the music world, maybe fashion is where Kanye West will return, however controversially. After all, he recently held his Yeezy Season 10 fashion show, which reportedly had Nazi ties. As such, any return from the 45-year-old likely won’t be any prettier than his most recent public reckoning. Regardless, at least he and Bianca Censori have been able to enjoy their private life, albeit surrounded by paparazzi. Hopefully that time has involved some reflection and healing before moving things back into the public fray.

Meanwhile, whether for his political troubles or Adidas negotiations, the “Off The Grid” MC is as watched as ever. Both fans and staunch detractors alike keep a close eye into his moves, an interest born out of his legacy and his mistakes. But for every bit of concerning news, something quotidian like this pops along that at least gave us a chuckle for the “Closed On Sunday” connection. Regardless, come back to HNHH for the latest news and updates on Kanye West.

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Kanye West & Bianca Censori Go Out For Dinner In West Hollywood

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Kanye West and his wife Bianca Censori’s most recent spotted outing saw them maskless and holding hands as they left an Italian restaurant on Saturday night (May 13). Moreover, they went to Cecconi’s in West Hollywood, both wearing leggings and looking relaxed as they walked back from the eatery. Sure, its the same leggings that got Ye roasted the other day, but at least he matched them with someone else this time around. While we still don’t know much about the couple, apparently Censori recently toured a Los Angeles warehouse that might be the first-ever Yeezy retail store. However, that’s an unconfirmed rumor, and one that would be pretty hard to begin with.

After all, Kanye and Adidas are still hashing out their relationship, whose termination spelled financial struggles for the three stripes brand. They have $1.3 billion in unsold Yeezy stock that they now find themselves with no choice but to sell to avoid further losses. Still, they will at least partly donate proceeds to various charities and organizations representing people hurt by Ye’s actions. His public controversies need no introduction, but it seems they’ve come to an agreement.

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Kanye West & Bianca Censori Out On A Dinner Date

LOS ANGELES, CA – MAY 13: Kanye West and Bianca Censori are seen on May 13, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rachpoot/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images/Getty Images)

In fact, Kanye West might even have more Yeezy products on the way. Recently, it was discovered that he filed a trademark for “YZY sock shoes,” a new footwear product. If released, they will probably look as eccentric as you expect. This whole situation has been a tough path to navigate for both West and Adidas, albeit for very different reasons. For example, the designer’s legal issues as of late don’t make his “return” to selling Yeezy any more enticing.

Meanwhile, he and Bianca Censori are spotted relatively often, and people are always curious about what they’re up to. Even though that’s owed to Ye’s elusive and shunned persona these days, it’s not like they’re total recluses. This time, they didn’t wear latex suits covering their face and body. We’ll see how they continue to show themselves to the paps. On that note, come back to HNHH for the latest news and updates on Kanye West and Bianca Censori.

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Kanye West Fires Nick Fuentes, Hires Milo Yiannopoulos

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Many found it quite curious when news broke that Kanye West called off his presidential campaign for 2024. However, recent reports from TMZ indicate that he’s not done; he just needed a team change to keep things going. Moreover, the publication allegedly obtained emails from Milo Yiannopoulos, who is apparently now back in Ye’s camp as his Director of Political Operations. Furthermore, he sent an email to former associate Nick Fuentes, a right-wing pundit and white nationalist. “Your services on Ye’s exploratory team are terminated… and will not be required for any possible future campaign,” the email to Fuentes reportedly read.

Of course, the use of the word “possible” means that this presidential campaign might not work out at the end of the day. After all, this is Kanye West we’re talking about, and his moves could shift within a matter of days. Still, this is quite the big step in distancing himself from a former close collaborator. In fact, it was Fuentes who accompanied the Chicago rapper to Mar-A-Lago to speak with Donald Trump. From what these alleged emails indicate, YE2024 might be back into full gear.

Kanye West Shifts His Potential Campaign Team Around

Another associate of his to receive the boot was Ali Alexander, TMZ‘s report indicates. For those unaware, he recently apologized forcibly for soliciting inappropriate pictures from teenage boys. In addition to this, TMZ apparently spoke to Yiannopoulos, who confirmed the emails. He also added that he’s been talking to Kanye West about his plans in Los Angeles for the past week. Readers may recall that Milo was fired from the team after Ye’s inflammatory Alex Jones interview and antisemitic comments, and Yiannopoulos reportedly blamed Fuentes and Alexander.

Furthermore, the Yeezy mogul’s list of controversies is extensive and likely needs no summary at this point. As such, this campaign could either lean into those dangerous waters or attempt to course-correct, yet Ye’s team waddles more comfortably with the former option. Given his additional heap of legal issues at the moment, it’s not looking good for the “True Love” artist. What will this campaign mean for Kanye, and why did he say he’s not running anymore? Stick around on HNHH for potential answers and for the latest news and updates on Kanye West.

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How Hip-Hop Influenced Karl Lagerfeld

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