Kanye West has once again postponed the release of his highly anticipated 11th studio album, BULLY, leaving fans frustrated and speculating about when—or if—the project will finally arrive. Initially announced in China in September 2024, the album has now been subject to at least five different release dates, fueling widespread skepticism about its rollout. According to the NFR Podcast, the latest tentative release is set for December 12, though at this point, many fans receive such announcements with a healthy dose of sarcasm.
The unpredictable nature of Kanye West release schedule has drawn comparisons to other high-profile, delayed projects, such as Roddy Ricch’s THE NAVY ALBUM and A$AP Rocky’s DON’T BE DUMB. For these projects, fans quickly learned that the music would arrive only when the artist felt it was ready—or perhaps not at all. Kanye, now an independent artist, faces no label-imposed deadlines, which both liberates him creatively and complicates the anticipation for fans. Without contractual obligations, he could theoretically scrap the project entirely, leaving audiences in perpetual suspense.
Originally, BULLY was slated for release on June 15, coinciding with the birthday of Kanye West’s daughter, North West. That milestone date passed without the full album dropping, though Kanye attempted to appease fans with a three-song EP on June 20, featuring tracks “PREACHER MAN,” “BEAUTY AND THE BEAST,” and “DAMN.” Among these, “BEAUTY AND THE BEAST” offered listeners their first real taste of the album’s direction and sound.
Just a few weeks later, on July 4, Kanye West released two additional singles, “LAST BREATH” and “LOSING YOUR MIND,” further expanding the lead-up to the album. Fans hoped that the momentum would culminate in the promised July 25 release, but once again, the full album failed to materialize. The release date was subsequently pushed to September, and then again to November, reflecting a pattern of shifting timelines that has become increasingly familiar in Kanye’s career.
The latest postponement comes even as Spotify had been counting down to a release on Friday, November 7. Yet without prior warning or explanation, the album has reportedly been pushed back another month. The continued uncertainty leaves fans navigating a mix of frustration and reluctant acceptance, unsure whether the next announced date will hold any weight.
Kanye West Delays 11th Album “BULLY” Yet Again Amid Rolling Release Confusion
Despite the delays, Kanye West has kept audiences engaged through intermittent leaks and single drops. Earlier this week, an entire track surfaced online featuring Kodak Black. Tentatively titled “Bulletproof,” the song samples La Roux’s 2009 electro-pop hit of the same name and garnered positive reactions from listeners. While this leak has sparked excitement, it remains unclear whether the track will be part of BULLY, adding another layer of ambiguity to the album’s rollout.
Observers note that Kanye West’s independent status has a double-edged effect on the album’s release. On one hand, he no longer needs label approval to drop the music, granting him full creative control. On the other hand, the absence of deadlines and oversight may contribute to erratic communication and repeated delays, leaving fans and collaborators in a constant state of uncertainty.
Over the past months, BULLY has taken on the characteristics of a modern “mythical album” in hip-hop culture—widely anticipated, partially teased, and delayed repeatedly. The selective release of singles, EPs, and leaked tracks serves both to maintain hype and to frustrate listeners craving the full experience. Kanye West’s unpredictability has become a defining aspect of the album cycle, generating social media debate and extensive speculation about the album’s final composition and release strategy.
For now, fans are left waiting, alternating between hope and cynicism, unsure whether BULLY will arrive in December or slip further into 2026. The combination of sporadic single releases, online leaks, and shifting dates has made following the album’s trajectory a challenge, requiring fans to balance excitement with tempered expectations.
Ultimately, BULLY represents another chapter in Kanye West’s storied career of ambitious projects, independent experimentation, and unconventional release patterns. While the full album remains elusive, the continued buzz surrounding its singles, leaks, and announcements ensures that anticipation remains high—and that fans will be watching closely for the next official update.
Source- Hotnewhiphop
