West's second and third studio albums, Late Registration (2005) and Graduation (2007), both debuted at the top of the Billboard 200, with the latter becoming his most commercially successful to date. Three of his subsequent albums—808s & Heartbreak (2008), My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (2010), and The Life of Pablo (2016)—were certified triple platinum, while Yeezus (2013) was certified double platinum. Although not as well-received critically as his previous works, Ye (2018), Jesus Is King (2019), and Donda (2021) continued West's streak of consecutive number-one debuts on the Billboard 200. West has also released collaborative albums including Watch the Throne (2011) with Jay-Z, Kids See Ghosts (2018) with Kid Cudi, and Vultures 1 and Vultures 2 (2024) with Ty Dolla Sign. In fashion design, he has collaborated with Nike, Inc., Louis Vuitton, and Gap Inc. on clothing and footwear, and led the Yeezy collaboration with Adidas.
One of the world's best-selling music artists with 160 million records sold, West has won 24 Grammy Awards, the joint 11th-most of all time and the most awarded for any hip hop artist along with Jay-Z. His other accolades include a Billboard Artist Achievement Award, a joint-record three Brit Awards for Best International Male Solo Artist, and the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. West holds the joint record with Bob Dylan for most albums (four) topping the annual Pazz & Jop critic poll. Time named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2005 and 2015. West's first six solo albums were included on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list in 2020, with the same publication naming him one of the 100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time.
West's outspoken views have received significant media coverage. He has been a frequent source of controversy due to his conduct on social media, at award shows, and in public settings, as well as his comments on the music and fashion industries, U.S. politics, race, and slavery. His Christian faith, high-profile marriage to Kim Kardashian, and mental health have also been topics of media attention. In 2020, West launched an unsuccessful independent presidential campaign that advocated for a consistent life ethic. In October 2022, he was widely condemned and lost many sponsors and partnerships, including his collaborations with Adidas, Gap, and Balenciaga, after making a series of antisemitic statements, including denying the Holocaust.
Ever Since
Kanye West Lyrics
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It ain't in me to fail
Or die bustin' at the cops before
They send me to jail
The same nigga ya serve with won't
Even send you the bail
And sail with some niggas tryin'
To send me to hell so whether
This summer I'm rockin' ice to beat the heat
Now I'm gonna cop a Benz 6
And tell 'em "Keep the Jeep
Keep the receipt, keep the change
Keep the game"
As long as I keep the fame and keep my name
Kanye to the motherfuckin' West
She said, "You from The Outfit?"
I told her, "Motherfuckin' yes"
So every time I spit, it's got to be fresh
So whether freestyle or written
What's the point of rhyme?
I'd rather hear somethin' bitten
As long as it's hittin'
Wack niggas grab my tracks
Just get to shittin'
My niggas grab they gats
Just get to spittin'
Faggot niggas be like, "Uh huh, no he didn't"
But I did ever since I hooked with Syndicate
And shit i've been blazin' niggas ever since
Ya heard me? Blazin' niggas ever since
The lyrics to Kanye West's song "Ever Since" reflect his determination to succeed and rise to the top. He expresses his refusal to fail or be imprisoned, even if it means resorting to violence. Kanye acknowledges the lack of loyalty from people he associates with, as they won't even support him financially when in trouble. Despite the challenges he faces, whether in the music industry or on the streets, Kanye remains focused on achieving success. He plans to enjoy the fruits of his labor by buying luxury vehicles and flaunting expensive jewelry to combat the summer heat. Kanye is determined to maintain his fame and reputation, as he proudly proclaims his name and affiliation with The Outfit. He emphasizes the importance of delivering fresh and original lyrics, while dismissing the need for authenticity by asserting that he would rather hear something borrowed but impactful. The last few lines of the song suggest that Kanye has been overpowering and surpassing his competition ever since he joined forces with Syndicate.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo, I'mma rise to the top cause
Listen up, I'm determined to succeed and reach the highest level possible because
It ain't in me to fail
Failure is not in my nature
Or die bustin' at the cops before
I'd rather risk my life by engaging in gunfire with the police before
They send me to jail
Allowing them to imprison me
The same nigga ya serve with won't
The person you associate with and provide illegal substances to won't
Even send you the bail
Assist you by providing the money needed for bail
And sail with some niggas tryin'
And align myself with individuals who are attempting
To send me to hell so whether
To conspire in sending me to a place of misery. So regardless of
Rap or crack beats or streets
Whether through my music, illegal drug trade, or involvement with the streets
This summer I'm rockin' ice to beat the heat
During this summer, I'll be wearing expensive diamond jewelry as a way to cool myself down
Now I'm gonna cop a Benz 6
Now I'm going to purchase a brand new Mercedes Benz with a six-cylinder engine
And tell 'em 'Keep the Jeep
And instruct them to keep the old Jeep I previously owned
Keep the receipt, keep the change
Retain the receipt and any remaining change from the transaction
Keep the game'
Keep doing what they're doing to succeed
As long as I keep the fame and keep my name
As long as I maintain my level of popularity and uphold my reputation
Kanye to the motherfuckin' West
It's me, Kanye West, emphasizing my name with intensity
She said, 'You from The Outfit?'
She asked if I am associated with The Outfit, a notorious group
I told her, 'Motherfuckin' yes'
I confidently replied with a resounding 'yes'
So every time I spit, it's got to be fresh
Therefore, every time I deliver a rap verse, it must be innovative and exciting
So whether freestyle or written
Regardless of whether it's an improvised rap or a pre-written one
What's the point of rhyme?
Why should I focus solely on constructing rhymes?
I'd rather hear somethin' bitten
I prefer to listen to something that has been borrowed or imitated
As long as it's hittin'
As long as it sounds great and resonates with the listeners
Wack niggas grab my tracks
Unskilled artists attempt to use my beats
Just get to shittin'
But their attempts turn out to be subpar and disappointing
My niggas grab they gats
My close associates grab their firearms
Just get to spittin'
They quickly engage in rap battles and showcase their lyrical abilities
Faggot niggas be like, 'Uh huh, no he didn't'
Inadequate individuals express disbelief and doubt, saying 'No, he didn't'
But I did ever since I hooked with Syndicate
But in reality, I indeed achieved success since I joined forces with Syndicate
And shit I've been blazin' niggas ever since
And I have been overpowering and outperforming other artists ever since
Ya heard me? Blazin' niggas ever since
Do you understand what I'm saying? I've been dazzling and surpassing others continuously
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@isaacramsay7889
Wtf this song predicted everything
@ati8713
This is freestyle I know where this came from lol .
@alphalax7747
Where did it come from
@frangi6033
@@alphalax7747 I think this comes from an unofficial Kanye mixtape made in around 2004 with some unreleased demos called The High Graduate
@alphalax7747
He looks half asleep