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.
Precious
Kanye West Lyrics
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So, so now, now, so now, so now you're too
So now, now, now, so now, so now, so now
(Woah) so, so now, now, so now, so now
(Stay on 'em, stay on 'em)
Uh, uh-um, stay on 'em
(Stay on 'em, stay on 'em) , na, na, na
Stay on 'em (Stay on 'em) , uh stay on em
(Doo, doo, doo)
Boy, I ain't waitin' 'round
I ain't waitin' 'round for some handouts
(Handouts)
I'ma always stand out, always stand out
That's hands down (Hands down, woo)
Better tell them boys, better tell them boys
Tell 'em "Stand down" (Stand down)
And that boy soft as hell, hell
'Till he got his man 'round (Man 'round)
Boy behave, ayy, Kobe, ayy, ayy
See the reason why they set him up
'Cause he ain't no slave, ayy
Swear the game cut throat
Cosby, set up, what? Shut up boy, shut up
Our lord has the bandwidth (Da, da, nah)
Please bless us with the bandwidth
(Doo, doo, doo)
Stand with him, he a stand in
We just heard the new Black Star
It's a good time to be a black star
We the children, we the vision, Daytona
Going NASCAR
Biden said you ain't black if you ain't vote
For me and I ain't vote for him
So is that basis to cancel my black card?
'Cept for when Mom visit me
('Cept for when Mom visit me)
I can hear her whisperin', not too long
Just visitin'
Finally in a position that they can't impeach
Finally a transition
I was once chained like tennis piece
He must want me to run
That's why I'm in this positionin'
God must want me the one
Holy Ghost and his Son
Boy, I ain't waitin' 'round
I ain't waitin' 'round for some handouts
(Handouts)
I'ma always stand out, always stand out
That's hands down (Hands down, woo)
Better tell them boys, better tell them boys
Tell 'em "Stand down" (Stand down)
And that boy soft as hell, hell
'Till he got his man 'round (Man 'round)
The lyrics to Kanye West's song "Precious" convey a sense of empowerment and defiance in the face of adversity. Kanye opens the song by repeating the phrase "So now," suggesting a realization or a moment of clarity. He then emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and not relying on handouts or seeking approval from others. He asserts that he will always stand out and be unique, without any hesitation.
Kanye also addresses the idea of being set up or manipulated by others, drawing a parallel with the unfair treatment and conspiracy surrounding Kobe Bryant's untimely death. He compares himself to Kobe, highlighting their shared resistance against being controlled and their refusal to conform.
The lyrics also touch upon broader societal issues. Kanye mentions Bill Cosby, alluding to the entertainer's downfall due to allegations of misconduct. He questions the validity of the accusations and dismisses them as a ploy to bring him down. He also references Joe Biden's controversial statement about black voters, expressing his disagreement and suggesting that his refusal to vote for Biden should not invalidate his "black card."
The song concludes with a reflection on personal growth and faith. Kanye acknowledges his past struggles, symbolized by being "chained like tennis piece," and recognizes that his current position is a result of divine intervention. He attributes his success and transformation to the will of God, declaring himself to be the chosen one, guided by the Holy Ghost and God's son.
Overall, "Precious" is a song that asserts Kanye's individuality, challenges societal norms and expectations, and acknowledges the role of faith in his journey.
Line by Line Meaning
So now, now, so now, so now
In this present moment, in this present reality
So, so now, now, so now, so now you're too
In this moment, you have also reached this understanding
So now, now, now, so now, so now
In this current state, in this current state of affairs
(Woah) so, so now, now, so now, so now
Wow, in this very moment, in this very moment
(Stay on 'em, stay on 'em)
Keep a close eye on them, remain vigilant
Uh, uh-um, stay on 'em
Um, continue monitoring their actions
(Stay on 'em, stay on 'em), na, na, na
Continue observing, remain watchful, huh
Stay on 'em (Stay on 'em), uh stay on em
Remain attentive, stay focused on them, uh keep watching
Sta sta stay on 'em (Stay on 'em), sta sta
Stay stay stay vigilant, stay stay
(Doo, doo, doo)
(Sound effects, humming)
Boy, I ain't waitin' 'round
I refuse to waste time
I ain't waitin' 'round for some handouts (Handouts)
I'm not relying on others for assistance
I'ma always stand out, always stand out
I will always shine, always be unique
That's hands down (Hands down, woo)
Undoubtedly, without a doubt
Better tell them boys, better tell them boys
You better inform those individuals
Tell 'em "Stand down" (Stand down)
Instruct them to lower their aggression
And that boy soft as hell, hell
And that guy lacks toughness, lacks resilience
'Till he got his man 'round (Man 'round)
Until he had the right people supporting him
Boy behave, ayy, Kobe, ayy, ayy
Behave like a man, hey, like Kobe, hey, hey
See the reason why they set him up
Understand why they conspired against him
'Cause he ain't no slave, ayy
Because he refuses to be controlled or oppressed
Swear the game cut throat
I swear the industry is ruthless
Cosby, set up, what? Shut up boy, shut up
Bill Cosby was framed, what? Be quiet, boy, be quiet
Our lord has the bandwidth (Da, da, nah)
Our higher power has the capacity and capability
Please bless us with the bandwidth
Kindly grant us the necessary resources
(Doo, doo, doo)
(Sound effects, humming)
Stand with him, he a stand in
Support him, he is a substitute
We just heard the new Black Star
We recently listened to the latest Black Star album
It's a good time to be a black star
This is an opportune moment to be a black celebrity
We the children, we the vision, Daytona
We are the future, we have a clear vision, like Daytona
Going NASCAR
Moving quickly, like a NASCAR race
Biden said you ain't black if you ain't vote
Biden stated that if you didn't vote, you aren't truly black
For me and I ain't vote for him
I didn't vote for him either
So is that basis to cancel my black card?
Does that justify revoking my black identity?
'Cept for when Mom visit me
Except for when my mom comes to see me
('Cept for when Mom visit me)
(Except for when my mom visits me)
I can hear her whisperin', not too long
I can faintly hear her whispering, won't be much longer
Just visitin'
Just paying a visit
Finally in a position that they can't impeach
Finally in a role that is immune to removal
Finally a transition
Finally a change in circumstances
I was once chained like tennis piece
I was previously trapped like a tennis trophy
He must want me to run
The higher power must desire me to run for something
That's why I'm in this positionin'
That's why I find myself in this particular situation
God must want me the one
God must have chosen me as the chosen one
Holy Ghost and his Son
Divine spirit and Jesus, the Son of God
Boy, I ain't waitin' 'round
I refuse to waste time
I ain't waitin' 'round for some handouts (Handouts)
I'm not relying on others for assistance
I'ma always stand out, always stand out
I will always shine, always be unique
That's hands down (Hands down, woo)
Undoubtedly, without a doubt
Better tell them boys, better tell them boys
You better inform those individuals
Tell 'em "Stand down" (Stand down)
Instruct them to lower their aggression
And that boy soft as hell, hell
And that guy lacks toughness, lacks resilience
'Till he got his man 'round (Man 'round)
Until he had the right people supporting him
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@blonded100
@@silver_44 you’re too precious is more on the unique side of James catalogue in my opinion. He has so much range and has so many different vibes he can channel so there’s not much exactly like it, I feel like I’d do a better job recommending you songs if you tell me what exactly about You’re Too Precious do you like? Because overall the song is closer to the songs he made in the beginning of his career which were more electronic and club focused, more simple and repeated lyrics with emphasis on electronic beat manipulation and loops. But what makes you’re too precious unique is that even tho it has the electronic club vibe of his older songs, the vibe and tempo is more up beat and colorful which is something those older songs of his don’t have. A lot of his club/electronic songs are more darker/slower, not really songs that make you feel good and want to dance. I’d say his closest song to you’re too precious in terms of an electronic chill beat that makes you feel good is I’m So Blessed You’re Mine, which is a new song off his new album he recently released a couple months ago.
But let me know what exactly about you’re too precious you like cuz depending on your answer will depend on which other songs of his you’d like. Like I said he has a lot of range which is why I love him so much. If you want to hear his songs that make me say him and Kanye’s style compliment eachother I’d say check out songs like: Waves Know Shores, Assume Form, Mile High, Radio Silence, Funeral (the version with Slowthai), We Might Feel Unsound. - These songs are heavy on being atmospheric/dark, one of his strong points, which is something Kanye does well too, which is why I say I think they’d compliment eachother well on a collaboration.
James Blake produces his songs too and always uses samples in innovative ways which is another thing that makes me correlate him with Kanye. If you like Youre too Precious because of the simple club vibe of it (simple lyrics that are repeated and emphasis on creating a dope electronic beat) I’d say check out songs like : Once We All Agree, Not Long Now, Put That Away And Talk To Me, Radio Silence (again), Take a Fall For Me (has dope verses from the RZA), Mulholland.
He can also play the piano and when he does it’s always a slow melancholy song that he sings while on the piano, check out Vincent, When We’re Older, When The Party’s Over, The Color In Anything.
ALOT of his songs have dark melancholy vibes which is why I love him but if you want something up beat and dope check out Barefoot In The Park (one of the dopest sounding songs he’s ever made), Can’t Believe The Way We Flow, I’ll Come Too, Frozen, Coming Back.
Overall he just has too many dope songs lmao, I’d honestly just say listen to as many songs of his as possible. His last 2 albums (Assume Form and Friends That Break Your Heart) are his best in terms of accessible music that follows a more normal structure, his older albums he gets a little lost in the whole electronic beat manipulation vibe so if you’re not big on that type of sound you probably won’t like a good amount of songs on those albums, but there’s still gems on them regardless.
@Weisenberg952
Thank God Josh found the bass
@jondavid1256
Came looking for this
@GlowIndDark
Lol
@ryder23yt53
😂😂😂😂
@charlieshinco.
Well hes my father
@erickmazariegos5778
Bro didnt found god but he did found the bass
@ps1hagrid689
JOOOOSSHH WHERES THE BASS
@xavi2801
Underrated and forgotten track… Sad to see so many mood changing and uplifting songs never getting a proper release
@alesiswhite9010
He wasn’t ready to say the Kobe Cosby shit
@sparkle74HvH
@@alesiswhite9010frowns facts...