Ice Cube says Kanye West “learned a lot” after antisemitic rants: “He’s in a good place”

nme.com:

Ice Cube has said that Kanye West has “learned a lot” from a controversial year that’s seen him express numerous antisemitic views.Ye’s spate of comments began when he tweeted that he was going to go “death con 3 [sic] On JEWISH PEOPLE” back in October 2022.

The rapper has since had his social media accounts suspended multiple times due to his remarks.Many figures in the entertainment world have also condemned West, as have several political figures and organisations that represent Jewish communities.Additionally, the star lost brand deals with Balenciaga, Adidas and Gap, and had his honorary degree from The School Of The Art Institute Of Chicago rescinded.

Adidas later donated the proceeds from remaining stocks of West’s Yeezy shoes to organisations fighting antisemitism.Last year, Ice Cube – real name O’Shea Jackson – refuted West’s claim that he had “really influenced” him to “get on this antisemite vibe”.

The ‘Donda’ artist made the comment during a since-deleted interview on Drink Champs.“I hate that my name was dragged into this Drunk Champs bullshit [sic],” Ice Cube tweeted afterwards.“I don’t know what Ye meant by his statements, you’re gonna have to ask him.