Kanye West has shaped the early generation of the 2000s rap scene. With his finger on the pulse of the public’s desires, he consistently shaped the musical atmosphere for two decades, and had imprinted his genre for rappers to catch up. "College Dropout," his groundbreaking album, was the first to catch the public's attention when it was released. He launched two strong follow-ups, "Late Registration" and "Graduation," which secured his place in music history. He was able to redefine the possibilities of hip hop. However, Kanye’s influence is nothing compared to his musical achievements. The questionable commentary, outspoken opinions, and unapologetic beliefs led to a controversy that surrounded him. While some disregarded him as ‘Kanye the person’, his mastery of art elevated him to the status of ‘Kanye the Artist’. Despite Kanye West’s controversial persona that has often overshadowed him being a musical genius, there is no denying the legacy of his contributions to music …show more content…
At that time, he possessed an incredible talent that other rappers were unable to match. Despite his musical talent, Kanye's public persona only served to raise more doubts about his character. People used to say, "Oh that's just Kanye being Kanye," when he would interrupt award shows, get into public arguments with other talented artists, or post controversial comments on social media. His behavior was consistent with his own. While many applauded and encouraged him for speaking his mind without fear, others saw him as a narcissist who was always looking for attention. The public perception of Kanye and his personal life has only led to more complicated discussions about what it means to be a successful celebrity. What fame and creative expression mean is a topic of clear debate. People started to wonder if this was Kanye's strategy for getting attention from the public. After all, why would he want to build a reputation that would make him less of a