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American rapper Kanye West has announced his retirement from professional music. Speaking with fellow rapper Rich The Kid, West expressed uncertainty about his next steps. “I am retiring from professional music. Not sure what else to do,” West stated in a screenshot shared by Rich The Kid on Instagram.
In an attempt to dissuade West, Rich The Kid responded, “Retire? Why? How? The people need you. The music you, TY [Dollar $ign], and we have made was the biggest stamp in culture to this date in 2024. Drop Ye about mine & V2 and we do it all over again. The kids need you, big bro. Fashion maybe some time to chill but retiring ain’t it.” It remains unclear whether West will reconsider his decision.
Kanye West, a pivotal figure in hip-hop, began his career as a producer in Chicago after leaving college. He gained fame co-producing Jay-Z’s 2001 album ‘The Blueprint’ and later signed with Roc-A-Fella Records. West’s 2004 debut album, ‘The College Dropout,’ received critical acclaim and featured the Billboard Hot 100-number one single ‘Slow Jamz.’ With 24 Grammy Awards, West ties with Jay-Z as the most-awarded hip-hop artist in history.
