Ye has revealed the album cover for his upcoming WW3 project featuring Ku Klux Klan imagery. On Wednesday night (April 2), the rapper formerly known as Kanye West took to X to share the artwork. In the picture, two people wearing Ku Klux Klan garb pose together in front of stacked bales of hay.
The album artwork was reshared on Instagram by The Game. Although the California rapper spotlighted WW3 on his social media channel, it is not clear whether or not he is involved.
Previously, Ye shared a tracklist for the work with the only featured artist listed as Dave Blunts on the album’s title track. Additional songs set to be featured include “Cosby,” “Bianca,” “Heil Hitler,” and “Free Diddy.”
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With no confirmed release date, WW3 follows the Chicago musician’s BULLY album, which was uploaded as a 45-minute video to YouTube last month. The album is not currently available on traditional streaming platforms however, the initial release included an Apple Music drop. The now-removed 10-song project, omitting “Melrose” featuring Ty Dolla $ign and Playboi Carti, as Ye has shared critiques of both his former collaborators.
The work was also released with a Hype Williams-directed black-and-white short film, which features Ye’s son Saint West standing in the middle of a boxing ring, battling a series of adult opponents. The acclaimed producer previously discussed how Saint inspired the album title.
Recently, the 47-year-old has appeared on streams with DJ Akademiks, discussing his music as well as choice words for other rappers, singers, producers, and more. In the controversial broadcast, Ye wore a Black Ku Klux Klan outfit, with a swastika chain and a Sean Jean t-shirt.
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