Kanye West (Ye) Sparks Global Outrage with Controversial Track “Nazis in Paris (2025)”
February 19, 2025: Kanye West, now known as Ye, has ignited a firestorm of backlash with the release of his latest track, “Nazis in Paris (2025).” The song, a disturbing rework of his 2011 hit “Ni**as in Paris,” has drawn widespread condemnation for its overtly antisemitic lyrics and praise for Nazi ideology.
The Song That Sparked Outrage
Released earlier today, the track shocked listeners with its inflammatory lyrics and samples taken from a controversial interview where Ye praised Adolf Hitler. The beat from the original song remains, but the new version weaves in audio clips and shocking rhetoric that has left fans and critics alike outraged.
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Merchandise Scandal Adds Fuel to the Fire
This latest controversy follows Ye’s Super Bowl LIX stunt earlier this month, where he aired an advertisement promoting T-shirts with swastika imagery for $20. The shirts, labeled “HH-01”—a known hate symbol abbreviation—were pulled after Shopify terminated its services with Ye’s Yeezy brand. His website went offline temporarily but returned with a cryptic message: “YEEZY STORES COMING SOON.”
Celebrity and Public Condemnation
Celebrities and public figures have not held back in their criticism of Ye. Actor David Schwimmer took to social media to call on X (formerly Twitter) owner Elon Musk to remove Ye from the platform, highlighting the dangers of hate speech and its potential to incite violence.
Meanwhile, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) issued a strong statement condemning Ye’s actions. ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt said, “Kanye has a far-reaching platform on which to spread his antisemitism and hate. Words matter.”
Streaming Platforms Under Pressure
As the controversy intensifies, many are demanding streaming services remove Ye’s music. Advocacy groups and fans have also called for the music industry to sever all ties with the artist, emphasizing the importance of taking a stand against hate speech.
A Tarnished Legacy
Mental health advocates have weighed in, stressing the importance of addressing any underlying issues Ye may have. However, they maintain that mental health struggles do not excuse the propagation of hateful and dangerous rhetoric.
With this latest controversy, Ye’s once-revered career faces an uncertain future. His actions have not only sparked widespread anger but have also opened up critical conversations about the role of public figures in spreading or combating hate.
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