In a since-deleted post on X (formerly Twitter), Kanye West expressed concerns that the music industry is attempting to replace him with Kendrick Lamar as the leading figure in hip-hop.

This assertion follows allegations of artificial view inflation for Lamar’s “luther” music video, which West believes indicates industry favoritism. He remarked, “Look man when I was dropping Graduation I had the whole building behind me too. That’s the way this profession is,” suggesting a parallel between his past experiences and Lamar’s current support. 

West’s comments reflect a broader narrative of feeling marginalized by industry institutions, as he also criticized the Grammys and Super Bowl organizers, accusing them of attempting to erase his contributions to music. This perspective marks a shift from his earlier praise of Lamar during the latter’s disputes with Drake, indicating a growing sense of rivalry.

For a comprehensive overview of West’s statements and the ensuing discussions, you can read the full article on HotNewHipHop:  .