Kanye West recently made startling claims on social media about a past relationship with his cousin, which he describes in a new song titled “Cousins.” In a post on X, West recounted experiences from his childhood, mentioning that he and his cousin engaged in activities influenced by adult magazines they found. He reflects on these events in the song, expressing complex feelings related to guilt and misunderstanding.
The track includes lyrics about their shared experiences with the magazines and the confusion they felt as children. West also addresses his cousin’s subsequent life choices, including his incarceration for murder, emphasizing a continued familial bond despite past actions.
The music video for “Cousins” features a mix of personal home videos, intense imagery, and symbolic elements, underscoring the heavy themes discussed in the song. These revelations add another layer to the public’s understanding of West’s personal history and the connections within his family.
Both Kanye West and his ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, have previously discussed this cousin in relation to broader conversations about family and justice, highlighting the complex dynamics and ongoing impact of these past events on their lives.