Kanye West drops new album 'Bully' on YouTube – How to listen Kanye West, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, released his latest studio album, Bully, on Friday, March 27, 2026. The project marks his 12th studio album and his first solo release since Donda 2 in 2022. Distributed through the independent label Gamma, Bully represents a return to form for the rapper, who has faced significant scrutiny in recent years over his public statements regarding antisemitism and racism, as well as allegations of sexual misconduct by former employees. Prior to the album’s release, West took out a full-page advertisement in the Wall Street Journal to apologize for past remarks, a move that included cameos from Travis Scott and Nine Vicious. The album, which is available exclusively on YouTube, has not yet been made available on major music streaming platforms. This decision follows a pattern of delayed launches for West’s projects, including music releases and fashion ventures. The release date of Bully coincided with a period of anticipation, as West had shared a handwritten tracklist on social media days before the drop. He also addressed speculation about AI-generated vocals in the project, confirming that the final version of the album contains no such elements. Several tracks from Bully had previously appeared in unfinished or alternate forms, reflecting the iterative nature of its creation. The full tracklist includes: Sisters and Brothers Beauty and the Beast Fans and critics have noted that Bully retains elements of West’s signature style, blending gospel samples, rapid rhymes over heavy bass beats, and storytelling reminiscent of his earlier work. For long-time supporters, the album may offer a sense of continuity amid the rapper’s turbulent recent years.#travis_scott #wall_street_journal #kanye_west #gamma #nine_vicious
