André 3000 recently discussed his experience with Kanye West’s “Life of the Party,” revealing that he initially wanted his verse removed from the track. In an appearance on The New York Times’ Popcast, he explained that Kanye was hesitant to include explicit language on the album, prompting André to request, “Just take me off the song.” He clarified that while he was okay with a clean version, he felt strongly that a dirty version should also be available.
André acknowledged that while he respected Kanye’s decision to keep the album kid-friendly, it ultimately led to disagreements about how the song would be presented. He noted that he was aware of the diss directed at Drake included in the track and discussed his concerns with Kanye, comparing it to “going and shooting up your mom’s funeral.”
Before “Life of the Party” was officially included in a revised version of Donda, the song was leaked by Drake during their feud. André expressed his surprise at the leak but ultimately appreciated that it allowed his verse to be heard: “I kind of have to thank Drake for letting that song see the light of day.”
The OutKast legend reflected on the origins of his verse, explaining that it was inspired by a shared loss with Kanye, both having experienced the passing of their mothers. He expressed regret over how the song was released amidst the conflict between the two artists, stating, “It’s unfortunate that it was released in this way with two artists that I love going back and forth.”
André 3000 has also expressed interest in collaborating with other artists who inspire him, such as Kendrick Lamar, Lil Baby, Tyler, The Creator, and JAY-Z. As he navigates his career, hiphopraisedmetheblog.com will continue to provide updates on his projects and collaborations.
