Thursday, May 1, 2025 - Kanye West, also known as Ye, has finally released his long-delayed Donda 2 album, but the long-awaited drop has quickly become entangled in controversy as producers claim they were never paid for their work. On Wednesday, Ye took to social media to acknowledge the dispute, revealing that DeAndre "Free" Maiden, who manages producers Jahmal "Boogz Da Beast" Gwin and Brian "AllDay" Miller, is demanding the album be taken down over nonpayment for eight tracks.
Boogz and AllDay, longtime collaborators with Ye, are
credited on several major projects in his discography. However, Ye responded
dismissively to their complaints, suggesting he was responsible for their
musical development, stating he was the one who taught them how to make beats
in the first place.
The Donda 2 album, originally teased over
three years ago, had its high-profile debut during a 2022 listening event at
LoanDepot Park in Miami, featuring celebrity appearances and elaborate
production. Initially planned for release via Ye’s exclusive Stem Player
device, the album faced repeated delays and internal disputes. While it has now
surfaced on streaming platforms, its availability is in question as the
producers push for takedown over unpaid contributions.
This is not the first instance of payment conflict
surrounding Donda 2. Producer ATL Jacob has also previously claimed
he never received payment for his work on the album. Despite Ye’s billionaire
status, unresolved financial issues with contributors continue to cast a shadow
over the long-awaited release.
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