Kanye West recently informed Rich The Kid about his decision to retire from music, taking the industry by surprise. Despite supposedly collaborating on Vultures 2 with Ty Dolla $ign, the lack of a release date made Kanye's announcement seem like an admission of defeat or a result of writer's block. The unexpected news shocked the music world. Shortly after Rich The Kid shared Kanye's texts, the artist unveiled the tracklist for his upcoming album scheduled for release on July 19th, featuring a song with Kanye titled "Plain Jane." Speculation arose that this could be a marketing strategy. Additionally, Consequence disclosed an upcoming collaboration with Ye, sparking skepticism online. Fans on Twitter expressed doubts about Kanye's retirement, with many asserting that rappers don't retire and criticizing his recent work.
Some fans reflected on Kanye's legacy, praising his impact on the hip-hop genre. Share your thoughts on Kanye West's retirement announcement in the comments below. Do you believe he is truly retiring? Which album of his do you believe will leave the biggest mark? Stay updated on music news and artist updates by listening to 103.5 The Beat.