Kanye West has spoken out about his long-standing relationship with Taylor Swift, dismissing rumors of animosity while addressing her dispute over her music masters with Scooter Braun. The rapper also touched on personal and professional hurdles he has faced in recent years, offering fans a glimpse into his evolving perspective.
Supporting Taylor Amid Masters Dispute
In a recent Instagram post, West recalled siding with Swift during her battle with Scooter Braun, who controversially purchased her masters in 2019. “Remember I was on Taylor’s side when Scooter bought her masters behind her back,” West said. He praised both Swift and Beyoncé as inspirations to musicians, highlighting their dominance in selling out tours and movies.
These remarks come as Swift’s fans, known as “Swifties,” rallied against West’s latest single from his album Vultures 1, encouraging support for Beyoncé’s track instead. West, unfazed, emphasized mutual respect among artists, despite the actions of their fan bases.
Super Bowl Rumors Quashed
West also addressed speculation about an encounter with Swift at the Super Bowl, where rumors swirled that he was asked to leave. “I didn’t get kicked out of the Super Bowl,” West clarified, explaining that he and his wife, Bianca Censori, had simply moved to a different VIP box to meet friends.
The rapper reiterated that there was no animosity towards Swift during the event, adding that the day was a positive experience shared with his wife.
Reflections on Past Feuds
West’s relationship with Swift has been tumultuous, dating back to his infamous interruption of her VMAs acceptance speech in 2009. Their conflict escalated further with the 2016 release of his song Famous, featuring controversial lyrics about Swift. A leaked video of a phone call between West and Swift, released by his then-wife Kim Kardashian, fueled public fallout. Swift refuted the claim that she had approved all the lyrics, stating the derogatory line had been omitted from their discussion.
Swift has since described the incident as psychologically devastating, leading to a period of isolation and mistrust. Despite these past tensions, West now insists that he holds no grudge, stating to Swift’s fans, “I am not your enemy uuuum I’m not your friend either though lol.”
A Challenging Year for Kanye
West also opened up about the personal challenges he faced in the past year, including public backlash over controversial statements that led to professional consequences. “Last year was incredibly challenging for me, my wife, my children, friends, and family,” he shared. The rapper recounted being banned from hotels, losing corporate deals, and even being denied entry to some restaurants.
Navigating the Future
As West promotes his new album and Swift continues her record-breaking Eras Tour, both artists remain central figures in the music industry. While their relationship may never fully mend, West’s comments signal a willingness to move beyond their storied history and focus on their individual careers.