Kanye West (now known as Ye) has never shied away from controversy, but his latest rant has surpassed going too far. Over the past week, Ye has unleashed a series of irresponsible social media attacks on artists like Playboi Carti, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and his ex-wife, causing fans to question his mental health and overall well-being.
In a shocking tweetstorm today, West targeted longtime collaborator and former friend Jay-Z, expressing intense disdain towards Jay, Beyoncé, and their children. The vile and extremely personal nature of the tweets sent shockwaves throughout the social media streets, leaving many to wonder if Ye’s ongoing feud with Jay-Z has reached a point of no return.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he insulted the power couple’s 7-year-old twins, Rumi and Sir, by writing: “WAIT HAS ANYONE EVER SEEN JAY Z AND BEYONCES YOUNGER KIDS. THEYRE RETARDED. NO LIKE LITERALLY. AND THIS IS WHY ARTIFICIAL INSEMINATION IS A BLESSING. HAVING RETARDED CHILDREN IS A CHOICE.”
Ye later deleted the tweet, but the damage was done, even though he added more: “I NEED EVERYONE TO KNOW THAT I TOOK THE POST ABOUT JAY Z AND BEYONCE’S FAMILY DOWN AND JERRY LORENZO’S FAMILY DOWN BECAUSE THERE WAS A POSSIBILITY OF MY TWITTER BEING CANCELLED BECAUSE IM A GOOD PERSON. I TOOK IT DOWN LIKE DOWN SYNDROME. GET IT. AM I RIGHT. FUCK THE WORLD. REAL TALK. FUCK EEEEVVEEERREEE BODY.”
In addition to the disgraceful tweets, Ye publicly released a list of individuals he claims to dislike, which includes an eclectic mix of artists, industry figures, and even close former associates. This move further points to a worrying pattern of increasingly frantic and emotional behavior.
Ye’s recent behavior also includes making antisemitic comments and promoting merchandise featuring Nazi symbols. He expressed admiration for Adolf Hitler and denied the Holocaust, leading to widespread condemnation and the loss of several business partnerships. His online store briefly sold T-shirts emblazoned with swastikas, prompting platforms like Shopify to disable his store page.
West’s mental health struggles are no secret. He’s openly spoken about dealing with bipolar disorder and has faced very public breakdowns in the past. But this current cycle feels dangerously amplified, displaying behaviors and decisions that many experts would deem indicative of a severe mental health crisis.
Close friends and family have reportedly tried to intervene behind closed doors, but the rapper continues to spiral publicly, seemingly refusing any help. Some sympathize deeply, recognizing these outbursts as symptomatic of a broader health crisis, urging compassion and professional help. Others have been pushed past empathy, hurt by Ye’s personal and unforgivably inflammatory attacks on innocent parties, especially children.
Ye’s actions have placed him in a complex situation. When does compassion for mental health intersect with accountability for harmful behavior? There’s a consensus forming that he needs immediate intervention, but who holds enough weight to help him before he permanently destroys himself and everything around him?
This isn’t simply about celebrity drama; it’s a stark example of how critical mental health care is, especially under the glaring spotlight of fame. Ye’s rapid decline serves as a sobering reminder that no amount of success or talent makes someone immune to mental health struggles.
