Los Angeles, CA – North West, daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, made a surprise appearance in Kanye’s latest music video for a song from his upcoming Vultures album. The 10-year-old showcased her rapping skills as she confidently joined her father in the video, dressed all in black like him.
The video, a collaboration with rapper Ty Dolla Sign, was released on Wednesday, directed by Damiano and Fabio D’Innocenzo. This song is part of Vultures, the first album in a planned three-volume collection, set to be released on February 9.
In the video, North West can be heard singing, “It’s your bestie. Miss, Miss Westie. Don’t try to test me. It’s gonna get messy. Just just bless me! Bless me!” Her cameo marks a rare appearance in her father’s music endeavors.
Kanye West, who has recently faced difficulties booking concert arenas, hinted at potential blacklisting due to his controversial views in a new Instagram post. Despite these challenges, he announced a listening party for the Vultures album at the United Center in Chicago.
The charismatic rapper revealed that the only arena he’s had luck booking has been United Center, raising concerns about potential blacklisting by other venues. He called upon his followers for support, expressing frustration at the situation.
Regarding the new album, there may be additional hurdles as Kanye has reportedly failed to get permission from the Backstreet Boys to use a significant sample of their 1997 hit Everybody. This lack of clearance could potentially impact his album release strategy and lead to a lawsuit from the Backstreet Boys.
Kanye’s career has been marked by controversies, including anti-Semitic outbursts that resulted in the loss of lucrative endorsement deals and being dropped by his talent agency. Despite these challenges, he continues to create music, with Vultures marking his return to the music scene after the release of his last studio album, Donda, in 2021.
The unexpected appearance of North West in the music video adds a new dimension to Kanye’s work, sparking curiosity about the role of his family in shaping his artistic endeavors. As he prepares for the release of Vultures, the rapper remains a polarizing figure in the music industry, balancing personal struggles with creative ambition.