Kanye West

Kanye rose to fame as a producer for Jay-Z's record label Roc-A-Fella Records and went on to become a solo artist, spawning hits such as 'All of the Lights'.

Real Name: Kanye Omari West
Born: June 8, 1977
Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.

First Single: Through The Wire
First Album: The College Dropout

News

Page with video: Rihanna Joins Kanye West And Jay-Z On Stage During 'Watch The Throne' London Tour Show

The 'We Found Love' star performed 'All Of The Lights' with the rappers last night in the capital.
Justin Bieber On Kanye West Collaboration: "He's So Creative"

The 'Boyfriend' star admits he has been working with the rapper on records people wouldn't expect.
Justin Bieber Puts Finishing Touches On New Album 'Believe' With Kanye West And Usher

The 'Boyfriend' singer hangs out with the stars in the studio as he finialises tracklisting for upcoming record.
Kanye West Says He Never Compared Rumoured Girlfriend Kim Kardashian To Beyonce

The 'Jesus Walks' rapper admits he would never speak about his friends wife in comparison to anyone.

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Photos

Whats My Name? Music Stars' Real Names

After Amanda from Cover Drive revealed that her real name is actually Karen, Capital FM takes a look at music stars' real names, including Rihanna, Lady Gaga and Eminem.
Celebrity Clothing Ranges

We take a look at the increasing number of pop stars who have stepped outside of their comfort zones to set up their own fashion brand or launch a clothing line, including JLS, Kanye West and Pixie Lott.
Grammy Awards 2012 Nominations Concert

Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Bruno Mars were among the artists who took part in the nominations concert for next year's Grammy Awards.
Top Celebrity Spec Wearers!

The Wanted's Max George has been named Celebrity Spectacle Wearer of the Year, so we thought we'd take a look at some other well-known celebs, including Katy Perry, One Direction, JLS and Lady Gaga at their bespectacled best.

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Videos

Page with video: Kanye West & Rihanna - All Of The Lights

Kanye West has a guaranteed hit on his hands thanks to a bit of help from Rihanna.
Page with video: Kanye apologises on big US chat show

Kanye West chatted to US chat show host Jay Leno to apologise for his behaviour towards Taylor Swift.
Page with video: Kayne West's 'All of the Lights'

A clip of Kanye Wests next single All of the Lights has surfaced online featuring Rihanna.