For years, Kanye West faced widespread criticism for his offensive and controversial behavior, particularly his repeated antisemitic remarks that shocked fans and industry insiders alike. His public outbursts, which included inflammatory social media posts, severely damaged his reputation and alienated many within the music and entertainment communities. However, recent signs suggest that the rapper and fashion icon may be showing signs of improvement.
Dave Blunts, a musician who has worked closely with Kanye West, recently opened up about his experience collaborating with the Grammy-winning artist and expressed a more optimistic view of Kanye’s current state of mind. Speaking to DJ Vlad, Dave reflected on the intense creative process of working with Kanye West and how, despite the past controversies, he believes Kanye is “doing better” now.
“It was like a blur,” Dave said of his time working alongside Kanye West, adding that the experience made him lose himself in the creative energy of the moment. “For me, it was almost like playing a character because I was trying to be him, to understand where he was coming from.”
During the collaboration, Kanye West shared his thoughts and frustrations with Dave even before posting them publicly. “He would tell me these things before he would tweet them. All the gripes and grievances he had were shared with me first,” Dave explained. This insight into Kanye’s mindset revealed how deeply personal and raw his emotions were at the time—although those expressions ultimately played out in ways that sparked significant public backlash.
Kanye West Demonstrates Progress After Period of Controversial Behavior
Kanye’s infamous tweets and statements, which included remarks such as “I love Hitler” and declarations of being a Nazi, led to widespread outrage and the rapper being ostracized from many of the circles where he once thrived. His actions resulted in numerous business partnerships being severed and a significant drop in public support. Despite this, Dave insists that the Kanye he knows today is not the same person who made those posts.
The 24-year-old musician noted, “I do know now that he’s not on that anymore. He’s doing better, and he hasn’t posted anything controversial lately.”
When asked about the allegations that Kanye West wore swastikas in the studio during their collaboration, Dave responded cautiously, stating, “I can’t really remember. I was just focused on the music and the stories he was telling me.”
Kanye West himself addressed his past antisemitic comments in a recent social media post where he declared he was “done with antisemitism.” This statement came after months of tumultuous behavior that included a series of erratic social media posts and public appearances that left fans and critics alike concerned about his mental health.
While Kanye West’s road to recovery is still unfolding, the perspectives from those closest to him suggest a hopeful shift. Industry insiders and collaborators like Dave Blunts are witnessing a more grounded and reflective Kanye, one who seems to be stepping away from the divisive rhetoric that once defined his public persona.
It remains to be seen how Kanye West will navigate the aftermath of his controversial past and rebuild his legacy. However, the fact that those working with him see positive changes offers a glimmer of hope that the artist can move forward with a renewed focus on his craft and personal growth.
Source- Geotv
