Overview

• On May 22, 2025, Kanye West posted on X that he is 'done with antisemitism,' asking for forgiveness and claiming a FaceTime call with his children inspired his change of heart.
• The announcement follows backlash over his recently released song 'Heil Hitler,' which was reportedly banned from streaming platforms for its explicit glorification of Adolf Hitler.
• West's history of antisemitic actions includes a 2022 tweet threatening to go 'death con 3 on Jewish people,' praise for Hitler, and the promotion of swastika merchandise.
• The Anti-Defamation League expressed doubt about West's sincerity, citing his pattern of renouncements followed by further inflammatory behavior.
• West also previewed a new song, 'Alive,' featuring YoungBoy Never Broke Again, as part of his latest effort to rebuild his public image.