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Kanye West’s 'Donda 2' Removed Hours After Surprise Streaming Release

The long-lost album briefly charted on iTunes before being pulled due to unpaid producer disputes.

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has released his 2022 album "Donda 2" to streaming services.
Kanye West has released Donda 2
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Overview

  • Kanye West released 'Donda 2' on major streaming platforms under the artist name Donda, marking its first mainstream availability since its 2022 Stem Player debut.
  • The album, featuring 18 tracks and collaborations with artists like Future, Jack Harlow, and Kim Kardashian, appeared on Spotify, YouTube Music, and Tidal but was not initially available on Apple Music.
  • Within hours of release, 'Donda 2' was removed after producers, including Jahmal 'Boogz Da Beast' Gwin, threatened legal action over unpaid fees for their work on the album.
  • West acknowledged the payment dispute publicly and expressed intentions to resolve the issue while continuing to update the album’s mixes.
  • The release highlights ongoing tensions in West’s career, including his unorthodox distribution strategies, legal challenges, and controversial public behavior.