Ye’s Heartfelt Tribute to Daughter North West
While offering an update on his highly anticipated Bully album, Ye (formerly Kanye West) took a moment to thank his eldest daughter, North West, for inspiring him to reconnect with his love for music. On Tuesday, January 21, Ye shared a heartfelt message to North alongside a black-and-white photo of her, expressing gratitude for her role in reigniting his passion for beatmaking.
“This little girl made me love music again,” Ye wrote. “She asked me to make beats for her. I got back on the ASR, chopped up beats for her album, and crafted every beat with my bare hands for Bully.”
North West’s Budding Music Career
At just 11 years old, North West is already making waves in the music industry. In a recent post, Ye shared a video of North expertly chopping beats on an Ensoniq ASR-10, showcasing her impressive skills and budding talent.
North’s debut project, tentatively titled Elementary School Dropout, is a playful nod to Ye’s iconic The College Dropout. The project was officially announced in March 2024 at a listening event for VULTURES 2 in Phoenix, Arizona, further cementing North’s place as a rising star in the industry.
Fans were first introduced to North’s talent with the track “TALKING,” which debuted at No. 30 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2024, making her one of the youngest artists to achieve such recognition. She also lent her vocals to “BOMB,” a standout track from Ye and Ty Dolla $ign’s collaborative project, appearing in the song’s AI-generated music video alongside her sister, Chicago West, and artist Yuno Miles.
Behind the Scenes of Elementary School Dropout
Though Elementary School Dropout doesn’t yet have a release date, Ye is pulling out all the stops to ensure its success. According to Justin Laboy, Ye is heavily investing in top-tier production and expert engineering for the project.
“She’s got it,” Laboy told TMZ. “She just naturally loves it—it’s in her genetics or something. She’s doing 10 freestyles a day, getting her friends involved, and piecing together the songs herself.”
North’s creative vision, paired with her father’s mentorship, suggests the album will be both authentic and groundbreaking.
The Anticipation for Bully
Meanwhile, excitement continues to grow for Ye’s Bully album, a project North has been closely involved with. In October 2024, Ye unveiled the album’s cover, a striking image by renowned Japanese photographer Daidō Moriyama, sparking buzz among fans.
While details about Bully remain scarce, tracks like “BEAUTY AND THE BEAST” and “PREACHER MAN” were teased last year, hinting at an emotionally and musically rich project. With North contributing creatively, Bully is shaping up to be a deeply personal and innovative work for Ye.
A Star in the Making
North West’s natural talent and passion for music are undeniable, and her involvement in projects like Bully and Elementary School Dropout highlights her burgeoning career. With Ye’s guidance and her own creative instincts, North is proving that she’s not just a product of her extraordinary lineage but a rising star in her own right.
Final Thoughts
As Ye continues to push boundaries with his music, his collaboration with North West is a testament to the power of mentorship, creativity, and family bonds. Whether it’s her playful freestyles or her growing role as a producer, North is carving out a path that’s all her own while carrying forward her father’s legacy.
With Bully and Elementary School Dropout on the horizon, fans eagerly await what’s next for this father-daughter duo poised to make history in the music industry.
