Kanye West has once again stirred controversy, this time by claiming that Taylor Swift and his past political actions cost him a Super Bowl performance.
This time, the outspoken rapper claims that Taylor Swift played a role in him not being chosen to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show.
In a now-deleted post on X (formerly Twitter), the 47-year-old artist pointed fingers at multiple incidents from his past. According to West, those events have led to his ongoing exclusion from one of the world’s biggest entertainment stages.
“I was never allowed to do the Super Bowl,” Kanye wrote. “Because of three moments. George Bush doesn’t care about Black people. The Taylor Swift moment. And wearing a MAGA hat.”
The infamous Taylor Swift incident
West’s mention of the “Taylor Swift moment” refers to a widely-criticized incident at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards. Back then, Swift had just won Best Female Video when Kanye jumped on stage. He interrupted her acceptance speech to say Beyoncé deserved the award instead. The moment drew backlash and became a turning point in both their careers.
Now, more than a decade later, Kanye seems to believe that this one moment continues to follow him.
Politics and public perception
In the same post, he also brought up his support for Donald Trump and his decision to wear a “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) hat. MAGA was the slogan used during Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign. West’s public support for Trump in recent years has sparked both praise and criticism.
The rapper included that as the third reason why he believes the NFL has never invited him to headline the Super Bowl. He also referenced a moment in 2005 when he criticized then-President George W. Bush during a live TV broadcast. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Kanye famously said, “George Bush doesn’t care about Black people.”
A polarizing figure in pop culture
Kanye has always been a polarizing figure in pop culture. From his fashion choices to his political views, he has rarely shied away from sharing his opinions. But this latest post adds another chapter to his long history of public feuds and self-expression.
The NFL has not responded to West’s claims. Taylor Swift has also remained silent.
Different paths since the feud
In recent years, Swift has seen a massive rise in popularity. She headlined major tours, won countless awards, and was even named Time Magazine’s Person of the Year. Many fans have praised her growth and resilience after earlier controversies.
Meanwhile, Kanye’s public image has been more turbulent. While he remains an influential figure in music and fashion, his remarks and actions have often sparked debate.
Fans react online
Some fans on social media showed support for his claims, saying he has always been treated unfairly by mainstream institutions. Others, however, said that his past actions may have led to consequences that he now faces.
Will he ever take the stage?
Whether or not his claims hold weight, one thing is clear: Kanye West continues to dominate headlines. His latest remarks reignite old tensions and remind the public of how past moments still shape present opportunities.
As the Super Bowl halftime show remains one of the most-watched events in the world, the question lingers will Kanye ever get his shot?
For now, it seems unlikely. But with Kanye West, nothing is ever off the table.
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