KANYE West has addressed the anti-Semitic tweet he posted in 2022.
On Wednesday, a clip of the rap music star’s interview with Candace Owens in 2022 was released online.
Kanye West addressed his anti-Semitic tweet in a 2022 clip with Candace OwensCredit: X/RealCandaceO
Candace Owens and Kanye West on her podcast CandaceCredit: X/RealCandaceO
Kanye West in Los Angeles, California in March 2024Credit: Getty
At the time of the interview, Kanye, 46, sat down with the political commentator on her podcast Candace.
In the video, the Donda rapper revealed why he sent out the offensive post.
The deleted message read, “death con 3 On JEWISH PEOPLE.”
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Kanye’s entire tweet said, “I’m a bit sleepy tonight but when I wake up I’m going death con 3 On JEWISH PEOPLE.
“The funny thing is I actually can’t be Anti Semitic because black people are actually Jew.
“You guys have toyed with me and tried to black ball anyone whoever opposes your agenda.”
Due to this, Ye was kicked off X and Instagram and lost many business deals.
Some brands include Balenciaga, Gap, and Adidas.
‘I WAS DRINKING’
On the podcast, Candace sat across from Kanye in chairs.
In the clip, Candace kept her eyes on the rapper while he had his on his phone
He said, “I was drinking when I put up the DEFCON tweet.
“You wanna know what alcohol I had inside me? Hennessy. It turns us gray. The demons [come out].
Candace asked him why he didn’t come forward and explain that he was allegedly drunk.
The father of four revealed that he didn’t want to be “discredited” and that the comments were his “truth.”
‘TOO LATE’
On X, fans shared their honest opinions on Kanye’s reasoning behind his tweet.
“It’s too late to apologize for this behavior,” one wrote.
Another said, “[He needs to] take responsibility!”
Kanye West on Candace Owens podcast Candace in 2022Credit: X/RealCandaceO
Since then, Kanye has been allowed back on Instagram where his most recent post discussed his album Vultures II with rapper Ty Dolla $ign.
In February, he dropped Vultures I after postponing the release date multiple times.
Following the release, Kanye held listening parties around the United States where his wife, Bianca Censori, 29, joined him.
Kanye West in Berlin, Germany in July 2024Credit: Getty
Kanye West at the Marni fashion show during Milan Fashion Week on February 23, 2024Credit: Getty
Kanye West spotted in Los Angeles, California in January 2024Credit: Getty
