For many years, Ye, also known as Kanye West, has been at the center of numerous controversies. Alongside his unpredictable antics, his influence on fashion over the past decade has been undeniable. This past week, Ye joined DJ Akademiks in a now-viral interview, where his outfit quickly sparked condemnation on social media. During the livestream, Ye also made several polarizing statements where he criticized several artists, as well as his ex-wife, Kim Kardashian.
During the interview, which was conducted at his home, Ye confidently wore an all-black overhead hoodie and blouse, which social media noted was closely inspired by the Ku Klux Klan. However, Ye has a history of wearing controversial items. Prior to this outfit, he had worn a “Sean John” T-shirt—designed by Diddy—alongside a swastika pendant. During the outfit change, DJ Akademiks seemingly co-signed Ye’s choice as he assisted him in buttoning the black blouse. DJ Akademiks briefly questioned whether Ye had worn the outfit in public yet.
“You know, a funny thing is, I wanted to wear it yesterday, but I thought they would put me in a hospital for my outfit,” he replied.
Social Media reacts to Ye’s outfit
Social media users began to express their dissatisfaction with Ye’s outfit choice via X. People claimed that it looked like a KKK outfit. One user wrote: “Literally what is wrong with Kanye West lmao like why would he put on that black KKK outfit.” Another user wrote: “ Is Ye crashing out?” In the interview, Ye shared his outfit was custom made and that he has it in white as well. Nonetheless, Ye’s stance appears to be loud and unapologetic.
Moreover, Ye also walked Dj Akademiks through several topics during the interview that also caught much attention. He voiced more of his opinion on popular subject matter such as the ongoing feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. Additionally, he went into to detail about his current public feud with his ex wife, Kim Kardashian. Ye is currently gearing up to release his upcoming album WW3. His latest interview with DJ Akademiks continues to circulate ahead of its release. Continues reading to see how X users reacted to Kanye’s outfit.
One user wrote: “WTF. Kanye West wears Black KKK Outfit During Interview
Another user wrote: “Wtf *shocked emojis* Kanye west continues to shock. Recently, he showed up for an interview wearing a KKK outfit.”
An Additional user wrote: “Kanye West appeared for an interview wearing a black KKK- inspired outfit, commenting he had a white version as well.” —— “What’s going on with Ye?”
Another user wrote: “Shocking: Kanye West Interview with DJ Akademiks wearing fashionable Ku Klux Klan outfit-. Is Ye crashing out.”
Another user wrote: Literally WTF is wrong with Kanye West lmao like why would he put on that black KKK outfit.
