Kanye West Calls Out Frank Ocean on 2016 Trump Advice

NEW YORK, New York – April 9, 2025 – Kanye West, the iconic rapper and music mogul, ignited controversy once again during a livestream with Digital Nas, where he recalled a 2016 encounter with singer Frank Ocean regarding politics and Donald Trump.

During the livestream, West claimed that Ocean visited his home to dissuade him from supporting Trump, a topic that had already caused a stir during West’s Saint Pablo Tour in 2016. “Frank Ocean pussy ass come over my house talking about Trump all day and how I shouldn’t support Trump,” West asserted. He emphasized his seniority in the industry, stating, “N***a, f**k you know about politics and n***a I’m your motherf**king senior, OG, y’all used to come on tour with me n***a.”

West expressed frustration over individuals questioning his political opinions. “None of you n***as can tell me about politics, n***a. F**k you think? You read a book and now you can tell me some s**t?” he added, showcasing his disdain for Ocean’s attempt to advise him.

The comments come as no surprise, given West’s outspoken support for Trump, which he first revealed during a concert rant in 2016. He clarified his political stance, stating, “[Voting for Trump] don’t mean that I don’t think that Black Lives Matter; that don’t mean I don’t believe in women’s rights; that don’t mean I don’t believe in gay marriage.”

Later that year, West met with Trump in New York City, continuing to support him through various interviews. His infamous visit to the White House in 2018, where he wore a MAGA hat, became a defining moment in his public life.

In the livestream, West did not shy away from boasting about his talents compared to others in the music industry. “None of these n***as as talented. I’m the greatest motherf**king artist that ever existed. They can just be slightly better at one thing cause they only do that one thing,” he declared.

Fans have reacted with mixed emotions to West’s comments. Some criticized him for his remarks towards Ocean, while others found humor in the situation. A user on social media commented, “Crazy because there’s like 10-20 artists that do everything Kanye does but way better. Huge stretch calling himself the greatest artist that ever existed.” Another expressed concern, saying, “Digital Nas is a yes-man and just letting bro rant.. Kanye forever cooked.”

West’s relationship with Ocean has seen collaborations in the past, including tracks like “Frank’s Track” from *The Life of Pablo*. As the year progresses, fans are left wondering how this public dispute will affect their dynamic moving forward.