Ye has opened up about his mental health in a Vanity Fair interview.

In the interview, Ye directly confronted skepticism surrounding his apology, particularly accusations that it was motivated by a desire to revive his commercial standing ahead of BULLY. He pushed back on those claims by pointing to his continued success across streaming platforms.

“It’s my understanding that I was in the top 10 most listened-to artists overall in the US on Spotify in 2025, and last week and most days as well,” Ye said.

He also noted that BULLY is already one of the most anticipated pre-saved albums on Spotify, while his 2007 project Graduation was the most streamed hip-hop album of 2025 — emphasizing that commercial momentum was never the driving force behind his statement.

“This, for me, as evidenced by the letter, isn’t about reviving my commerciality,” he explained. “This is because these remorseful feelings were so heavy on my heart and weighing on my spirit.”

Ye went on to issue another apology for the harm caused by his past remarks, specifically naming the communities most affected.

“I owe a huge apology once again for everything that I said that hurt the Jewish and Black communities in particular. All of it went too far.”

Reflecting on the period he described as an “episode,” Ye acknowledged the damage done and distanced himself from the version of himself that the public witnessed.

“I look at the wreckage of my episode and realize that this isn’t who I am.”

He also spoke candidly about the responsibility that comes with his platform, noting how deeply his words can influence others.

“As a public figure, so many people follow and listen to my every word.”

Closing the conversation, Ye emphasized that the apology was about accountability and aligning himself with values he believes in moving forward.

“It’s important that they realize and understand what side of history that I want to stand on. And that is one of love and positivity.”

The interview arrives during a pivotal moment in Ye’s career, as fans and critics alike continue to debate whether his recent actions signal genuine growth or another controversial chapter. Regardless, the Vanity Fair conversation marks one of his most direct and reflective statements on mental health, accountability, and the weight of his influence.

Ileyah

Ileyah is a mom, a writer and a musician. She loves late nights and gluten free snacks.