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Is Kanye West Really Retiring from Music?

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Kanye West
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Rumors have been swirling about Kanye West, also known as Ye, potentially retiring from music. However, recent developments indicate that this might not be possible, at least not legally.

Contractual Obligations

Kanye West is currently embroiled in a legal battle with EMI Music Publishing, which has a clause in his contract preventing him from retiring. According to the contract, he must remain actively involved in music creation as his primary occupation and cannot take an extended hiatus or retire. This unusual stipulation has led Kanye to seek legal recourse, citing California’s seven-year limit on personal service contracts​ (Essence)​.

Artistic Evolution

Despite these legal hurdles, Kanye continues to produce music and is even planning a world tour for 2024-2025, indicating that he remains deeply involved in his musical career. His latest album, “Vultures,” released in early 2024, suggests that he’s still very much in the game, with his signature style evolving yet again​ (Essence)​.

Kanye West
Photo Cred: The Atlantic

Legal Battle

Kanye’s lawsuit against EMI is an attempt to free himself from this binding contract. He argues that he has been under EMI’s control since 2003, well beyond the seven-year limit, hoping to leverage a legal precedent set by actress Olivia de Havilland in the 1940s to gain his freedom​ (Essence)​.

Conclusion

While the idea of Kanye West retiring from music might intrigue fans and critics alike, the reality is far more complex. Legally bound by his contract, Kanye’s musical journey appears to be far from over, with new projects and performances continuing to define his prolific career.

For more detailed information, you can read the full article in Essence. Let us know your thoughts down in the comments below.

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Gunna Released After Pleading Guilty to RICO Charge

Gunna is a free man. He was released from jail after pleading guilty to racketeering and conspiracy charges. In a sweeping gang indictment, rapper Young Thug and several other alleged members of the Young Slime Life (YSL) criminal street gang.

The Atlanta rapper entered a negotiated plea. Also known as an Alford plea, it’s when a defendant doesn’t admit they committed the crime, but acknowledges that it’s in their best interest to plead guilty. The charge Gunna faced was one count of conspiracy to violate the Racketeer Influenced and Corruption Act (RICO).

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

Gunna was sentenced to five years with one year served in prison. Upon the guilty plea, the one-year was commuted to time served. The four years remaining on his sentence were suspended. He will be subject to special conditions, including 500 hours of community service.

Gunna personally released a statement, saying:

“While I have agreed to always be truthful, Gunna wants to make it perfectly clear that he has NOT made any statements. I have NOT been interviewed. He hasn’t cooperated. He hasn’t agreed to testify or be a witness for or against any party in the case. I have absolutely NO intention of being involved in the trial process in any way.”

Gunna released after pleading guilty to RICO charge

WHAT EVERYONE IS SAYING

Artist and fans took to social media, expressing their ideas and thoughts on Gunna choice to take a plea deal. Some people are saying he has incriminated Young Thug and the YSL camp. He is now being titled a snitch amongst the Hip-Hop community.

Gunna released after pleading guilty to RICO charge
Young Thug – Gunna

Gunna’s lawyers made statements on social media. Regarding his decision they state that Gunna is not snitching or incriminating his label executives or label mates. Let us know what you think in the comments.

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