Let’s make one factor clear: Klu Klux Klan outfits are unhealthy. Interval. Someone inform Ye that, then take his telephone away and burn it.
Extra on that later. Ye simply introduced the revival of his Sunday Service, the gospel choir occasion he launched in Jan. 2019 alongside his Christianity-themed album Jesus Is King. The Sunday Service Choir, identified for performing gospel songs and covers from Ye’s discography, is ready to return on March 16, 2025.
“Sunday Service Returns March 16 2025,” West wrote in an Instagram publish, sharing a screenshot of a textual content message trade with Sunday Service choir director Jason White. The announcement initially introduced a way of anticipation for followers of the musical gatherings, which have been seen as a departure from the controversies surrounding the rapper in recent times.
Again to the klan … smh.
Shortly after teasing the choir’s return, he shared a now-removed photograph of a white gown usually related to the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) on Instagram, captioned “Outfit of the day.” He additionally posted the identical picture on X (previously Twitter) with the caption “FIT PIC.”
The posts drew rapid criticism from social media customers, who expressed outrage and discomfort. “Somebody hit ctrl + alt + delete and restart Kanye please,” commented one person, whereas one other added, “Is somebody gonna inform him he’s black?”
The KKK, a white supremacist, far-right hate group, has a protracted historical past of perpetrating violence in opposition to minorities, together with Black individuals, Jews, Catholics, and immigrants. West’s resolution to share imagery related to the group has reignited considerations about his latest conduct and public statements.
This isn’t the primary time West has courted controversy with provocative actions. Earlier this 12 months, he confronted backlash for promoting a white t-shirt that includes a big swastika emblem on his web site. The merchandise, listed as “HH-01,” was alleged to reference the “Heil Hitler” chant, additional fueling criticism of the rapper’s actions and messaging.
Because the announcement of Sunday Service’s return is overshadowed by one more controversy, reactions to West’s newest posts proceed to spark debate on-line.
