Today we are discussing the first part of the documentary film about the life of the artist, record producer, businessman, and fashion designer, Kanye West. ‘Jeen-Yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy’, directed by Coodie and Chike, follows an up-and-coming Ye on his journey to superstardom. Listen as we discuss the early stages of him being recognized for his music production and despite his success as a producer, his ultimate aspiration to become a rapper. We talk about the connection that Ye had with his mother Donda West, and how much she contributed to her son’s future success, and find out why this documentary helps humanize the controversial figure known as Kanye West.

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