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.
Impossible (Feat. Twista
Kanye West Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
[Keyshia Cole]
I've been waiting my life; and I stayed on my grind
Now I made up my mind; it's been way too much time
That's why...It's just impossible - It's im-poss-ible
And you know that..
[Kanye] I don't wanna hear that bull sh..; I wanna hear that official sh..
Kanye and that Twista sh..; that's so impossible to get it (it's just impossible)
Get it, that's so impossible to get it
Get it, that's so impossible to get it (It's impossible)
[Twista]
Ain't no way you could pull up to the party
in a Bentley blowing B in a club like this; (oh no)
Ain't no way you could cook up in the studio
with Kanye and get it jukking in the club like this (oh no)
Ain't no way that you could win
Dust some haters off while I'm sippin on my Henn'
Holla at a chick while she sippin on her gin
And I got the mobsters hollering at her friends, (its impossible)
For you to ever be the nicest
You ain't get gangsta or get righteous
You ain't never stood on a tip like this
You ain't never stood for no sh.. like this, (Its just impossible)
For you to get it if you don't wanna win; so get up off ya ass
and go for yours, and never for mine
now you ain't from the ride that I'm in
Know what I'm sayin..
[CHORUS]
[Twista]
Got the bitch in the back of the billy yo? When my celeb
used to have the bitch in the back of the Cadillac (it's just impossible)
niggaz always hatin
leaving me for wilin out for po kim
you be sittin back talking yo shit
I can't help but I see you tho, I don't get it (Its impossible)
Lil mama, for you to fit all that up in a pants; movin kinda wilder
turn a regular jeans in a low riders
tell me can I be your man (its just impossible)
For you to eva deny, that I'm about chi-town
represent the city with the deal for 12 years
and sell a couple a mil and still hold it down...THAT'S POSSIBLE
[CHORUS]
[Kanye]
Get it; bundled up and - lit it; smoke a lil blunt don't - admit it
do it like I did too late - I did it
The controversy can't worse me man; I'm eating but I'm still thirsty and
Thirsty what is you saying
I gotta a duel with a couple niggaz that's Thursday man
Why the hell is I'm worrying; hopping out the Benz with the perfect 10
Man your life must be perfect man; look at how they came up with the perfect plan
Its impossible
got strip clubs playin gosspital
girl so sick in the hospital
you know I jumped out like 'Pac'll do
I only break it down I when I rock wit you
Since Michael Jackson made rock wit you
I done did shit on logical
maybe cause we did the impossible
maybe we done did the impossible
[CHORUS]
[Outro]
No matter what I do, see I been waitin all my, waitin all my life, yeah
And I know I stayed on my grind, I know I stayed on my grind
Its impossible for me to fail baby, I gotta keep on movin
Gotta keep on movin, its impossible
(Its just impossible) (its impossible)
The song "Impossible" by Kanye West ft. Twista is about achieving the impossible and defying the odds. Keyshia Cole sings the chorus, expressing her determination to never give up on her dream, despite the challenges she faces. Kanye then comes in with his verse, stating that he doesn't want to hear any excuse for not achieving greatness; he only wants to hear about real and official success. Twista's verse is a challenge to those who doubt him, as he confidently boasts about his success and encourages others to get up and go for theirs.
The song talks about the naysayers and doubters who discourage people from achieving their goals, but the artists use their own success stories to inspire others to believe in themselves. The lyrics convey a message of perseverance, resilience, and determination, as the artists emphasize that anything is possible if one stays focused and works hard.
In conclusion, "Impossible" is a motivational and uplifting song that encourages listeners to never give up on their dreams and reminds them that greatness is within reach. The song resonates with anyone who has faced obstacles and discouragement on their path to success.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been waiting my life; and I stayed on my grind
I have been patiently working hard my entire life
Now I made up my mind; it's been way too much time
I have decided that it is time to achieve my goals as I have been waiting for too long
That's why...It's just impossible - It's im-poss-ible
I know it is difficult but I am determined to achieve it
And you know that..
And it is clear to everyone that it is difficult
I don't wanna hear that bull sh..; I wanna hear that official sh..
I am tired of hearing excuses; I want to hear something genuine
Ain't no way you could pull up to the party in a Bentley blowing B in a club like this; (oh no)
It is impossible for you to arrive at a party in a high-end car and play music like this
Ain't no way you could cook up in the studio with Kanye and get it jukking in the club like this (oh no)
It is impossible for you to work with me in the studio and get the same reaction in a club
Ain't no way that you could win Dust some haters off while I'm sippin on my Henn'
There is no way for you to overcome the haters while I am drinking cognac
For you to ever be the nicest You ain't get gangsta or get righteous
It is impossible for you to be the best if you do not show toughness and righteousness
It's impossible for you to eva get wit me because of how I ride on the track;
It is impossible for you to keep up with me on the track
Its just impossible; Lil mama, for you to fit all that up in a pants; movin kinda wilder turn a regular jeans in a low riders tell me can I be your man (its just impossible)
It is impossible for you to fit that body in standard clothes and not turn heads; I am asking you to be with me anyway
Why the hell is I'm worrying; hopping out the Benz with the perfect 10 Man your life must be perfect man; look at how they came up with the perfect plan Its impossible
It is impossible for me to compare myself to others who seem perfect
maybe we done did the impossible
Maybe we have achieved what seemed impossible
No matter what I do, see I been waitin all my, waitin all my life, yeah And I know I stayed on my grind, I know I stayed on my grind Its impossible for me to fail baby, I gotta keep on movin Gotta keep on movin, its impossible
Despite all the hard work, I cannot afford to fail and must keep moving to make the impossible possible
Contributed by Callie C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MFCAGE
I worked in a movie theater when MI3 was out and I heard this song so many times when the credits were rolling. Still bump it to this day.
@marcustrice3246
Really? I used to work at a movie theater too. When this movie came out and I was cleaning it when the credits rolled I used to rap Twista's verse while sweeping up. A couple of my coworkers liked my rapping flow. Lol. Good times
@SupportTheLittleGuy
Such a banger
@lisanixon-qv8em
Yes I forgot about this until I watched the movie the other day..now I play it everyday..
@chrizzty55
Same here.. This song would get me through cleaning up the endless popcorn
@OGmab14
That movie theater would've been clean asf for the next guest cause I couldn't have missed this song
@JayMOfficial1
When Kanye and Twista came together, instant classic 🔥
@IceIceBaby100
Whenever
@NooneAndNothing
Damn, just one of the rarest Kanye songs around.
@davidmckesey7119
First time hearing and it's good