
Rather than attempt to humble himself, he chose to prove that his skill and abilities were as great as he professed. There was fear among Kanye’s fans that his arrogance outweighed the genuine talent he possessed. In Hawaii, West entered a period of rigorous self-discipline in both his music and his routine. Feeling that his actions were a symptom of the pressures of fame, he entered a self-imposed exile, first to Japan, then Hawaii, where he began recording his album. He declared that she was undeserving of the award and that it should have gone to Beyoncé who had, according to him, “one of the best videos of all time.” West was torn apart by the media despite his apology to Swift, which she accepted. In 2009, his first conflict with Taylor Swift occurred when he interrupted her acceptance speech for Best Music Video at the VMA’s. Kanye West had something to prove when he released My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. However, other things, like his ubiquitous presence in the media and his unwavering confidence in his project and ideas have remained more or less consistent since 2010. 22, 2020, marks the 10 year anniversary of the release of Kanye West’s masterpiece My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, and much has changed for him in that time: marriage, four kids, eight fashion collections, a half-hearted attempt at a presidential campaign, as well as the development and diagnosis of mental health issues. The album takes hip-hop to a whole new level it's clear that Kanye West is continuing to infuse his releases with intelligence and experimentation.Today, Nov. These artists simply create layers to the song without defined roles but somehow it magically works well in creating a powerful piece. 'All of the lights' features an eclectic selection of Kanye's favourite artists at the moment including Rihanna, KiD CuDi, Elton John, who plays the piano line, Alicia Keys, Fergie and Charlie Wilson.

The album covers an array of themes such as escapism, sex, wealth and self-acceptance. The album takes us on a personal journey with Kanye West in which he shares his moments of self-doubt in 'Lost in the world' which samples Bon Iver's 'Woods', moments of a contrasting self-belief and great sense of achievement in 'Power' as he states that he "do it better than anybody you ever seen do it".

The album begins with a narrative opening of 'Dark Fantasy' with Nicki Minaj adapting an English accent mirroring that of Roald Dahl's poetic rework of 'Cinderella'.

The album includes surprise collaborations from huge music artists such as Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, Elton John, Rihanna, John Legend, Fergie and up and coming female rap sensation, Nicki Minaj. This is his fifth album which includes US Billboard hits 'Power', 'Monster' and 'Runaway', was anticipated for weeks, shortly after the release of his 'Runaway' 30 minute music video/short film. He reportedly spent hours on end in the studio co-producing this album followed by short naps and more hours dedicated to this masterpiece.

Undoubtedly, Mr West's ego is one that no one can compete with right now but after the release of his new album entitled My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy it is perfectly clear why. Kanye West has never been one to think before he speaks or even attempt to sugar coat his obnoxious opinions he's offended presidents, music artists and people very close to him.
