The Wall Street Journal has published an apology letter from Kanye West
In a long letter written to The Wall Street Journal and published by the New York newspaper, Ye apologized and gave explanations for his numerous exaggerated and anti-Semitic behaviors in recent years. In Ye's apology, addressed to “those I have hurt,” the rapper attempts to explain his erratic and disturbing behavior in recent years, including his public statements and behavior that have led critics and fans to accuse the artist of rampant anti-Semitism.
This is the content:
“Twenty-five years ago, a car accident left me with a broken jaw and a right frontal lobe injury that went undiagnosed until 2023. This prolonged medical omission severely affected my mental health, degenerating into bipolar type 1 disorder. Bipolar disorder protects itself with denial because in the manic phase you don't feel sick, but invincible. You think you see the world with extreme clarity, but you are losing control and perceive others as exaggerated. The label “crazy” belittles those who suffer from bipolar disorder, ignoring the fact that it is a lethal condition. WHO and Cambridge data confirm this disease reduces life expectancy by 10-15 years. If left untreated, it kills like the most serious physical diseases. The scariest part of the disorder is its ability to convince you that you don't need help, giving you an illusion of omnipotence, when, in reality, you are just losing touch with reality.
By ignoring the problem, I hurt the very people I loved most. I apologize for the fear and humiliation you endured while standing next to a version of me that had become unrecognizable. In a state of total detachment from reality I made extreme and reckless gestures. Even though bipolar disorder causes memory lapses and out-of-control behavior, I'm not making excuses. I am deeply mortified and repentant: I am not anti-Semitic or Nazi, I love the Jewish people. I promise to take care of myself and be accountable for my actions. In early 2025, a four-month manic episode with psychotic features destroyed my life, leading me to want to end it. The tragedy of this disease is that, once we return to normality, we find ourselves having to manage the rubble created during the crisis. After hitting rock bottom a few months ago, thanks to my wife's encouragement, I decided to ask for help. As a leader I have neglected the global impact of my words due to illness. Today, thanks to a rigorous regimen of medications, therapy and healthy living, I have found the clarity I needed. I am channeling my energies into positive creative projects such as music, design and new ideas, with the sole goal of making a meaningful contribution to the world.
I don't ask for sympathy or a pass, although I hope to deserve your forgiveness. I ask only for your patience and understanding while I find my way. Love, Ye”.
