North West Debuts! Kanye West Teams Up with 10-Year-Old Daughter in Music Video
The music world was in for a surprise when Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign dropped their latest music video, “Talking/Once Again,” on February 7, 2024. The video is part of their upcoming album “Vultures.” It features none other than Kanye’s daughter, North West. North West steals the show with her singing and rapping skills.
The 10-year-old, who goes by the name of “Miss Westie” in her rap, showcases her confidence and talent as she matches her father’s flow and style. The D’innocenzo brothers directed the video. It shows North getting her hair braided and wearing black threads, similar to her father. She also raps alongside him and rides on his shoulders, displaying their close bond.
The video also features Ty Dolla $ign’s daughter, Jailynn Griffin. She joins North in some scenes, emphasizing the theme of intergenerational talent. The song is a lively blend of hip-hop and pop, with lyrics that touch on life’s ups and downs.
This is not the first time that North has shown her musical abilities. She previously sang at Kanye’s Yeezy Season 8 fashion show in 2020, where she performed a rendition of “What I Do” by ZaZa. She also appeared in her father’s “Closed on Sunday” music video in 2019, along with her siblings and mother, Kim Kardashian West.
The music video has gotten both positive and negative responses from fans and critics. Some praise North’s performance and admire her talent. Others raise concerns about potential exploitation. They worry about exposure to the harsh realities of the music industry. Some have also compared her to other celebrity children. These children have followed their parents’ footsteps, such as Willow Smith and Blue Ivy Carter.
“Vultures” is Kanye West’s first project since his controversial statements and actions in 2020. This resulted in backlash from the public and the industry. He faced criticism for his hate speech and antisemitic remarks, as well as his failed presidential bid. He also faced legal issues with companies such as Adidas and Def Jam, who severed ties with him.
The album is scheduled to be released on February 9, 2024, and will be divided into three parts. The second volume is expected to arrive on March 8, and the third part should follow on April 5. The album is said to be a reflection of Kanye’s personal and artistic journey, as well as a commentary on the state of the world.
The music video for “Talking/Once Again” can be viewed on YouTube, and the song can be streamed on various platforms. However, viewers and listeners are advised to exercise discretion. The song and video contain potentially mature content.
