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.
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Talk About Our Love
Kanye West Lyrics
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Go on and speak ya mind
I know somebody's lying
It's always something
Her auntie told your cousin
Then all your homies jumped in
And now the whole hoods buzzing
He said, she said
Baby don't say
Something that you will regret
I'm on your team
It's us against them you'll see
Hey, we ain't gon stop
They just want what we got
[Chorus]
The more they talk about our love
The more they make it obvious
The more they seem so envious
How can they talk about our love
When they don't know one thing about
Instead they just running they mouth
So all we do is tune them out
I swear they got some nerve
Spreadin what they heard
I cant give them no run
I can't be concerned with all that talk
I won't be involved
That's my word
See I'm not the one
They got me confused
They got me messed up
Don't you think I've had enough
When it comes to what we do
All that matters is us two
Don't pay them no mind
We just goin' show and prove
[Chorus]
[Kanye West]
Here's a couple of things I can't honor man
How you listen to a girl who still wanna man
Tell me the truth is that a man or Juwanna Man
I'm wondering why she red to go like Wanda Van
When we met you was a V like manana man
Now you went field running plays like Donovan
Knick nav before you get in a cab
I trade in my cab
Just to take you back to last summer man
You don't remember when you was my sweetest
You don't remember I called you Reece's Pieces
Cause it's no wrong way to do you know what
She turned around giggle said you so nuts
But nowadays we acting way too grown up
But how ya ex girl get that new number
The rumors was so numerous
For sticking by me I had to give you two thumbs up
And that's why
[Chorus: x2]
In Kanye West's song, "Talk About Our Love," he speaks directly to his partner about the judgment and rumors they face as a couple. He acknowledges the prevalence of gossip and the way that the smallest pieces of information can spread like wildfire. Kanye advises his partner not to let the rumors affect them and their relationship, emphasizing that they are a team against those who seek to harm them.
The chorus highlights the way that the more rumors and speculation circulate about their love, the more obvious it becomes that people are envious of them. Kanye is very introspective in his lyrics, shining a light on his insecurities about the situation. He questions why people would believe the rumors without knowing anything about their relationship firsthand, but realizes that it is often easier for people to take the words of others at face value.
In the final verse, Kanye details his specific frustrations with his partner's ex, noting that they are acting more like children than adults. He talks about past sweet memories before delving into his current frustrations, and he ultimately concludes that he knows his partner is worth standing by despite the drama they are dealing with. The song ends with the chorus repeated twice, highlighting the resilience and unity of the couple.
Line by Line Meaning
What ya hear this time
What gossip have you heard now?
Go on and speak ya mind
Feel free to share your thoughts or opinions.
I know somebody's lying
I am aware that someone is spreading false information.
It's always something
There is always some drama or conflict going on.
Her auntie told your cousin
The source of the gossip is a distant family member or acquaintance.
Then all your homies jumped in
Your friends also got involved in spreading the rumor.
And now the whole hoods buzzing
The entire community is talking about it.
He said, she said
The story is being spread through hearsay and rumors.
Don't let it get in ya head
Don't allow the gossip to affect your thoughts or emotions.
Baby don't say
Don't speak impulsively, without thinking first.
Something that you will regret
Avoid saying things you will later regret or cannot take back.
I'm on your team
I am supporting you and taking your side.
It's us against them you'll see
We are a team and will face this issue together.
Hey, we ain't gon stop
We won't let the rumor and gossip consume us.
They just want what we got
The people spreading rumors are envious of our relationship.
The more they talk about our love
The more people gossip about us and our relationship.
The more they make it obvious
By continuing to gossip, they make it clear that they are envious and want to make trouble.
The more they seem so envious
Their envy becomes more apparent with their continued gossip.
How can they talk about our love
Why are they discussing our relationship when they know nothing about it?
When they don't know one thing about
The people spreading rumors have no knowledge or understanding of our relationship.
Instead they just running they mouth
Instead of knowing the facts, they continue to spread rumors and gossip.
So all we do is tune them out
To avoid the gossip, we choose to ignore it and not engage with it.
I swear they got some nerve
I can't believe the audacity of the people spreading rumors.
Spreadin what they heard
They are sharing information without fact-checking or verifying it first.
I cant give them no run
I won't give them the satisfaction of reacting or engaging with their gossip.
I can't be concerned with all that talk
I won't be bothered or affected by the gossip and rumors being spread.
I won't be involved
I refuse to participate in the gossip or engage with it any further.
That's my word
This is my promise and decision.
See I'm not the one
I am not playing their game or allowing them to control my emotions and actions.
They got me confused
The people spreading rumors are mistaken or misguided in their perceptions of our relationship.
They got me messed up
The people spreading rumors are misinformed or have the wrong impression of me.
Don't you think I've had enough
I am tired of the gossip and want it to stop.
All that matters is us two
Our relationship is what truly matters, not the opinions or rumors of others.
Don't pay them no mind
Ignore the people spreading gossip and rumors.
We just goin' show and prove
We will demonstrate our love and commitment to each other, despite the rumors and gossip.
Here's a couple of things I can't honor man
I have some principles and values that I won't compromise on.
How you listen to a girl who still wanna man
Why would you believe someone who has their own motives and interests?
Tell me the truth is that a man or Juwanna Man
Is the person you are listening to trustworthy and honest or deceptive and manipulative?
I'm wondering why she red to go like Wanda Van
I am curious about her eagerness and enthusiasm to spread rumors.
When we met you was a V like manana man
When we started dating, you were inexperienced and innocent.
Now you went field running plays like Donovan
Now you are more experienced and confident in our relationship.
Knick nav before you get in a cab
Check your phone and make sure you have the right directions before leaving.
I trade in my cab
I am willing to give up my own transportation to make sure you get home safely.
Just to take you back to last summer man
I am willing to go out of my way to make you happy and show my love.
You don't remember when you was my sweetest
You may have forgotten, but there was a time when you were the most important thing to me.
You don't remember I called you Reece's Pieces
I used to have a special and playful nickname for you.
Cause it's no wrong way to do you know what
We have a strong connection and understanding in our intimate moments.
She turned around giggle said you so nuts
You have a quirky and unique personality that she finds endearing.
But nowadays we acting way too grown up
As we mature and our relationship grows, we need to act more responsible and serious.
But how ya ex girl get that new number
I am suspicious of why your ex-girlfriend has recently contacted you.
The rumors was so numerous
There were many false rumors and stories being spread.
For sticking by me I had to give you two thumbs up
I am proud of you and grateful for your loyalty and support.
And that's why
My love and appreciation for you is the reason why we can overcome the rumors and gossip.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CLAUDE B. II CAVE, HAROLD SPENCER JR LILLY, HAROLD LILLY JR, KANYE WEST, CARLOS D WILSON, LOUIS W WILSON, RICARDO A WILSON
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It's 2023 and we're still bumping this song.. 🙌🏽
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💯
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I sure is
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Classic track
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Seems like I have it on permanent repeat 😃
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It's my forever jam!!!
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Man, when music was still music
@elelsey
Still a BANGER in 2024!
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Ong
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Yes.