Feuds and controversies are not uncommon in the world of hip-hop, and a recent leaked video has once again put Kanye West in the spotlight. Leaked footage captures the candid moment when the iconic rapper didn’t hold back when he took shots at fellow artist Cardi B and her record label Atlantic Records in an interview back in 2018.
In the videoKanye West can be seen and heard expressing his anger towards the music industry, especially the way major record labels manage and promote artists. While talking to someone, he keeps shading Cardi B by saying, “Cardi B is a plant created by the Illuminati.” She doesn’t write her own raps. She’s just there to appear as ignorant as possible. She literally replaced Nicki Minaj on purpose… She thinks it’s a blessing from the universe, not a goddamn blessing.”
In an unreleased documentary clip, Kanye West calls Cardi B an industrial enterprise who doesn’t rap for her and who was put there to “replace” Nicki Minaj. pic.twitter.com/HTYPO4OneP
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Cardi B, a Grammy Award-winning rapper and music industry influencer, has achieved enormous success with her chart-topping hits and loyal fan base. Kanye’s comments in the leaked video have sparked debate among fans and the music community, with some questioning the validity of his claims, especially with the reference to the Illuminati.
This isn’t the first time Kanye West, despite his differences, has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with the music industry. In the past, he has criticized record labels, streaming services, and the lack of artist ownership and control over their work. His comments have fueled conversations about the need for transparency and fairness in the music business.
The leaked video has added fuel to the ongoing debate about music industry practices, artists’ rights and the power dynamics within it. It serves as a reminder that even in the glitz and glamor of the music world, artists continue to struggle with complex issues and issues that shape their careers and relationships with their peers.