Ye Unveils Controversial Album Cover for WW3 Project

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Rapper Ye, previously known as Kanye West, revealed the album cover for his upcoming project, “WW3,” on April 2. The provocative artwork features two individuals dressed in Ku Klux Klan attire posing in front of stacked hay bales.

The image, shared on social media, was also reposted by fellow California rapper The Game, although it remains unclear if he is collaborating on the project. The album is the latest from the Chicago native, following his last release, “BULLY.”

The tracklist for WW3 includes titles such as “Cosby,” “Bianca,” “Heil Hitler,” and “Free Diddy.” Notably, the album’s title track features only Dave Blunts, with no other collaborators currently confirmed.

While WW3 does not have a confirmed release date, it was first teased as a 45-minute video uploaded to YouTube. The music is temporarily unavailable on traditional streaming platforms, but it initially made a brief appearance on Apple Music. The previous album, which included ten tracks, did not feature “Melrose,” a collaboration with Ty Dolla $ign and Playboi Carti, following Ye’s public critiques of the artists.

Additionally, the project was released alongside a Hype Williams-directed black-and-white short film. The film showcases Ye’s son, Saint West, standing in a boxing ring and confronting various adult opponents. Ye previously discussed his son’s role and significance in his artistic vision.

In recent weeks, the 47-year-old artist has participated in livestreams with DJ Akademiks, where he has shared insights about his music and opinions on various industry figures. During a particularly controversial broadcast, Ye donned a Black Ku Klux Klan outfit and a swastika chain, attracting significant media attention.

As the music industry and the public await further updates on WW3, discussions surrounding the album’s themes and visuals are likely to continue.