Kanye West has once again added a new layer to his on-again, off-again relationship with Drake, this time by publicly thanking the Toronto rapper for helping him pen some of his lyrics.
This unexpected moment unfolded during Yeezy’s latest performance in China with Ty Dolla $ign as part of their second “Vultures” listening event.
In a video from the performance, which began making the rounds on Thursday (October 3), Kanye took a moment to express his gratitude to Drake while performing his 2018 hit “Yikes,” from the ye album.
“I wanna thank Drake for writing this chorus for me,” Kanye said at the track’s introduction, acknowledging Drizzy’s contribution to the song.
This revelation follows the recent leak of a video showing Drake recording his reference track for “Yikes,” part of a larger content drop dubbed “100 Gigs” by the Toronto superstar. While Drake was always credited as a songwriter on the track, Kanye’s shoutout brings newfound attention to their collaborative efforts.
The relationship between Kanye West and Drake has been famously rocky over the years, with moments of both tension and mutual respect. This public acknowledgment adds yet another chapter to their intricate, headline-grabbing history.
Fans of both artists are left wondering what this means for their future collaborations—or conflicts.
With both legends continuing to dominate the charts and influence the culture, their connection remains one of the most intriguing storylines in hip-hop. Will this be the start of a new era of collaboration, or just another twist in their long-standing rivalry?
