Ye [a] (/ j eɪ / YAY; born Kanye Omari West / ˈ k ɑː n j eɪ / KAHN-yay; June 8, 1977) is an American rapper and record producer.One of the most prominent figures in hip-hop, [3] he is known for his varying musical style [4] and polarizing cultural and political commentary. [5] After dropping out of college to pursue a career in music, West began producing for regional artists in the …

