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The South African
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
What rapper Kanye West has legally changed his name to
American rapper and fashion designer, best known as Kanye West, has changed his name again. Kanye West, who has in recent years opted to just be known as Ye, has allegedly claimed the shortened version of his name is so nice that he wants people to say it twice. And so, Ye Ye is born. The New York Post got hold of documentation filed in California by Hussain Lalani, Ye Ye's chief financial officer. The documents cite the artist's name as Ye Ye after he had previously been listed as Ye West after the initial change in moniker. The eccentric public figure took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share the news of this recent development in his rather tumultuous life. 'Ima finally going to stop using the @kanyewest Twitter cause my name is Ye. Gonna start a ye account and it is what it is,' he revealed. In his backpacking era, the days of soul beat Kanye, his given name was derived from the region in Botswana of the same name. The word, or his name, also had another meaning in Setswana. In changing his name to just Ye, he said, 'In the Bible, it means 'you.' So, I'm you. I'm us. It's us. It went from being Kanye, which means the only one, to just Ye.' The name Ye is so nice, he now likes saying it twice. Ye Ye recently made his Donda 2 album more readily available after initially dropping it on his pioneering stem players, which very few people cared to purchase. He is also either gearing up or still contemplating the release of the not-so-highly anticipated album, Bully, which has been in the works now for quite some time with no concrete release date settled on. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 11. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news
Indian Express
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kanye West changes name for second time — It's bizarre, fans say: ‘Ain't nobody calling him that'
Kanye West seems to have changed his name again, for the second time in his two-decade-long musical career. After debuting by his stage name, the rapper rebranded himself as Ye in 2021, and now, according to legal filings obtained by PageSix, he has changed his name to 'Ye Ye.' While Kanye has not confirmed this himself, a lot of legal changes in his life are already happening amid his ongoing legal battles, where a few of his employees at Yeezy have sued him. Earlier, it was reported that the American rapper has granted his wife, Bianca Censori, the power of attorney, which grants her the right to handle his business deals and professional decisions, but Ye has refrained from commenting on this publicly. Also read: Kanye West reportedly grants wife Bianca Censori power of attorney amid growing legal woes; here's what happens next Kanye's new business documents were filed in California by his chief financial officer, Hussain Lalani. According to the filings, several of Kanye's businesses, like Yeezy Apparel, Yeezy Record Label LLC, and Getting Out Our Dreams Inc., are now listing him under the name 'Ye Ye' as either manager or member. Back in 2018, Kanye announced that he wanted to go by 'Ye.' That same year, he dropped an album with the same name, recorded mostly at his Wyoming ranch. In an interview, he explained the reason behind his decision and said, 'I wanted to do something to match my energy,' he told Big Boy in June 2018. 'I believe 'ye' is the most commonly used word in the Bible, and in the Bible it means 'you.' So I'm you, I'm us, it's us. It went from Kanye, which means the only one, to just being a reflection of our good, our bad, our confused, everything. The album is more of a reflection of who we are.' In 2021, he filed legal paperwork to officially change his name from Kanye Omari West to his new moniker, under which he released his eighth studio album. Two months later, a judge approved it. Just a few days back, the Donda 2 rapper announced that he is going to shut down his X account, which goes by his real name and instead open a new one. 'Ima finally stop using the @kanyewest Twitter cause my name is Ye,' he shared on June 1. Also read: Kanye West finally makes 'Donda 2' available on streaming platforms, 3 years after initial release In March 2024, Kanye's former chief of staff, Milo Yiannopoulos, even sent out a letter asking everyone to stop calling him 'Kanye West,' which he called his 'slave name.' The rapper's new name, 'one of the most recognisable people in the world, on par with presidents and popes,' the letter obtained by PageSix explained at the time. 'He didn't take the decision to change his name, potentially sacrificing some of the immense value captured by the brand of 'Kanye West,' lightly. The change was made fully, legally, and permanently. This is who he is now.' The new filing for 'Ye Ye' comes only a few weeks after Kanye publicly said he would stop spreading antisemitic content on his social media. The Vultures crooner was cancelled and dropped from several brand endorsements following his controversial, abhorrent social media tirades and rants. A few weeks ago, he even dragged in his music colleagues — Jay-Z, Beyoncé, and their kids — and went on to attack Taylor Swift on his social media handle. Kanye West is fighting hard to make his return to the music industry, but fans are amused by the way he is approaching this new chapter, confused by his bizarre name change. 'Ye or Ye Ye, who cares?' a fan wrote. 'Ye Ye sounds like a guy who auto-tunes his emails,' another said. 'Ain't no one gonna call that sh**,' a third wrote. 'Every time he changes name, he starts spitting some new kind of venom.' The paperwork hints that his new name is being used in his businesses. Publicly, Kanye hasn't officially announced or explained this second name tweak.
Express Tribune
11-06-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Kanye West quietly files new business documents under the name 'Ye Ye'
Kanye West may be preparing for another rebrand. The controversial rapper and fashion mogul has reportedly filed new business documents in California under the name 'Ye Ye.' According to The U.S. Sun, the filings were submitted on June 9, 2025, and list 'Ye Ye' as the associated name for several of Kanye's companies, including Yeezy Apparel, Yeezy Record Label LLC, and Getting Out Our Dreams Inc. The documents were filed by Hussain Lalani, the Chief Financial Officer overseeing Kanye's business ventures. While the filings reflect a significant branding shift, there is no official confirmation from Kanye himself or any legal update indicating a court-approved name change. As of June 10, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has also not listed any trademark applications for 'Ye Ye.' This move comes after Kanye legally changed his name to 'Ye' in October 2021, citing biblical significance. At the time, he explained, 'Ye is the most commonly used word in the Bible, and it means 'you.' So I'm you, I'm us.' Kanye's potential new alias, 'Ye Ye,' arrives amid rumors about his upcoming music projects and the future of the Yeezy brand. His last album, Donda 2, was removed from streaming platforms, and his recent Super Bowl ad stirred conversations about a fresh direction for his fashion label. For now, fans are left speculating whether 'Ye Ye' signals a new era for the artist or is simply a business move.
Perth Now
03-06-2025
- Business
- Perth Now
Pusha T brands Kanye West 'sick', says their working relationship is no more
Pusha T has branded Kanye West "sick" and declared their working relationship over. The rapper was signed to Kanye's G.O.O.D. Music label and even became president at one stage. They've worked together several times over the years, but their relationship hasn't been the same since Kanye's 2022 outbursts, including the antisemitic remarks that saw several huge brands cut ties with him, including Adidas and Balenciaga. In a new cover interview with GQ, Pusha T has addressed where he stands with the artist that inspired and championed him. He said: 'The one thing that I can say about him is that he knows that every issue that he's having and crying about online right now, I've told him distinctly about those things. He don't talk to me like he talks to others.' Pusha T has been straight up with the 'Stronger' hitmaker with regards to how he feels about his controversial views, and "why we can't build with each other no more." He continued: 'He knows I don't think he's a man. 'He knows it. And that's why we can't build with each other no more. That's why me and him don't click, because he knows what I really, really think of him. He's showed me the weakest sides of him, and he knows how I think of weak people.' Branding him "sick", he went on: 'If I take your sickness and take how calculated you've been and disruptive you've been and tried to be to me, then it cancels itself out. I can't look at it as sick, because you're detrimental. You're detrimental to everything.' Pusha T is featured on Kanye's track 'Diet Coke' on his album 'Donda 2', however, he spoke about feeling sidelined creatively during the recording sessions.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kenan Thompson impersonates Kanye West in SNL, leads to colorful reactions
Saturday Night Live's season 50 finale brought a mix of laughter and tension as it revisited its long, complicated history with rapper Kanye West. The episode opened with a nervous Mike Myers trapped in an elevator with Kenan Thompson's sharp impersonation of Kanye, prompting both awkwardness and biting humor. Also read: Kanye West regrets not having kids with Paris Hilton Scarlett Johansson, playing a tourist, witnessed the unfolding reunion, which harked back to some of SNL's most unforgettable moments involving the outspoken musician. This reunion not only reflected the evolving public persona of Kanye West but also revealed the lasting impact of his controversies on the comedy world. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Specialist Down Jackets for Ultralight Adventures Trek Kit India Learn More Undo Revisiting the infamous Hurricane Katrina moment The sketch referenced the unforgettable 2005 Hurricane Katrina telethon when Kanye West shocked millions by stating, 'George Bush don't care about Black people.' Myers, visibly uncomfortable, recalled that moment, poking fun at his own stunned silence. This historic moment remains etched in SNL lore as one of the most unexpected live television incidents. The skit cleverly used humor to revisit that tension, showing how the entertainment industry still grapples with Kanye's unpredictability and bold statements. The complex relationship between Kanye West and SNL Kanye West's appearances on SNL have always been layered with drama. After the telethon incident, he returned as a musical guest seven times, often delivering innovative performances. However, their relationship deteriorated sharply following his 2018 MAGA hat rant. Wearing the red 'Make America Great Again' cap, Kanye launched into an unscripted monologue supporting Donald Trump, leaving the cast visibly uncomfortable. Cast members like Kenan Thompson and Ego Nwodim have since described their unease during that episode. Thompson said, 'It would have been cool if he just did the music thing, and spoke through the hat.' Nwodim's experience was especially poignant, noting that she was the only Black cast member remaining while others left the stage in protest. Live Events Also read: Kanye West drops Donda 2 on YouTube and Spotify after two-year wait Legacy and fallout: beyond the sketch The ongoing feud between Kanye and SNL highlights the broader cultural and social complexities surrounding the rapper's public persona. After the 2018 incident, Kanye has not appeared on the show, but the legacy lingers. The sketch's subtle nod to this fraught history reflects SNL's ability to engage with current events and personal controversies through satire. Meanwhile, Kanye's ex-wife Kim Kardashian's 2021 hosting debut added another layer to this saga, as her romance with Pete Davidson made her a focal point of Kanye's online attacks. The episode not only revisited historic tensions but underscored the challenges of navigating celebrity controversies in live television. SNL continues to be a cultural barometer, using humor to process difficult conversations about race, politics, and fame.
