Ty Dolla $ign definitely didn’t read the room.
Kanye West is making headlines once again, but not just for his music. The rapper and producer is currently in the midst of one of his most controversial Twitter/X rants to date, making disturbing comments about Jewish people and even praising Hitler in a string of posts that many are calling erratic and offensive.
What’s bizarre is that this outburst seems to have started as a promotional push for new music, but it has since spiraled into a full-blown controversy that’s still unfolding. One of the projects Kanye is backing is Ty Dolla $ign’s upcoming album, Tycoon, and yesterday, it’s first single, “Wheels Fall Off,” officially dropped.
Despite the controversy surrounding Kanye, “Wheels Fall Off” is a standout track. The song features a breezy, California-inspired instrumental, setting the stage for Ty Dolla $ign’s smooth and passionate vocal performance. His infectious melodies and romantic yet effortlessly cool lyrics make this track an instant favorite.
As for Kanye West, he blends into the song by mirroring Ty Dolla $ign’s melody, though his vocal execution doesn’t quite match up. Still, his verse delivers his signature cocky, self-referential lyrics, giving the song a unique edge.
While “Wheels Fall Off” is an undeniably strong release, Kanye West’s ongoing controversies threaten to overshadow the music itself. Whether fans can separate the art from the artist remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—Ty Dolla $ign continues to prove why he’s one of the most consistent hitmakers in the industry.
Someone needs to slip some Ritalin in Kanye West’s mocktail. Do it for America. USA, USA, USA!
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
