Kanye West & Playboi Carti: Tensions Rise Over North West Feature
In the ever-dramatic world of hip-hop, a new clash has emerged between two of the genre’s most influential figures: Kanye West and Playboi Carti. The dispute? Kanye’s daughter, North West.
Sources close to both camps say that Playboi Carti expressed interest in having North feature on an upcoming track — something Kanye didn’t take lightly. While North has already dabbled in music, even making appearances during Kanye’s Vultures rollout, Ye has drawn a firm line when it comes to outside artists, even collaborators like Carti, involving his daughter.
Insiders say Carti viewed it as a creative opportunity, believing North has a unique energy that fits his experimental aesthetic. But Kanye, known for being fiercely protective of his children — especially in the public eye — saw it differently. Reportedly, Ye confronted Carti directly, telling him to keep North’s name out of his music.
The fallout? Unfollowings on social media, cryptic Instagram posts, and rumors of unfinished collabs being shelved. Fans have noted that Carti was notably absent from recent studio sessions with Kanye, despite their close collaboration on Vultures. The tension has only fueled speculation that their working relationship may be on ice — or worse, officially over.
While neither Kanye nor Carti has publicly addressed the rift, fans are divided. Some side with Ye, applauding his stance as a protective father. Others believe Carti’s request was innocent and that the reaction was overblown.
For now, the beef simmers quietly — no diss tracks (yet), but plenty of heat. One thing’s clear: when it comes to North West, Kanye’s not playing. And in the world of hip-hop, family lines are drawn deep.
Stay tuned — this could get louder.
Sources:
Werner K., March 19th, 2025, [Playboi Carti has four-letter response for Kanye after teasing collab with Kim Kardashian and daughter North] Independent. Retrieved from https://www.the-independent.com/arts-entertainment/music/news/playboi-carti-kanye-west-kim-kardashian-north-b2717981.html
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