Inside Ye’s 850K Worth Inspiration Behind the Bizarre ‘Bully’ Cover

Published 10/24/2024, 3:11 AM EDT

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Kanye West, now known as Ye, has been trying his best to steer clear of the vague controversies and his redemption story is underway. Amidst lawsuits and public feuds, Ye has shifted focus from controversy to creativity. Having traded Nitrous for Nintendo, the rapper has decided to work towards progress, putting his past life behind him. His upcoming album ‘Bully’ comes after a massive success from the 'Vultures' era that marked the beginning of the comeback arc. 

The latest update reveals a provocative album cover, inspired by his $800,000-plus asset. Characteristically bold, Ye reaffirms why he is called the new-age style innovator.

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According to Daily Mail, the grill's design draws inspiration from Ye's own $850,000 titanium teeth, commissioned in January. The bold industrial-style dental accessory has become a signature element of Ye's style over recent months. By incorporating it into the album art, Ye not only reinforced his reputation for pushing boundaries and challenging conventions, but has also set the tone for 'Bully's highly anticipated release. 

Ye's forthcoming album boasts a striking cover photo shot by renowned Japanese photographer Daidō Moriyama. The much-talked-about image which went viral the moment Ye posted it on his Instagram handle features a mystery model with a partially black grill, sparking intrigue. The 86-year-old lensman's work, which added an edgy aesthetic to Ye's 11th studio album, has sent Ye fandom into a frenzy. 

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In light of his newest album cover, his titanium dentures remain a subject of intrigue for most Ye stans. 

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Ye's titanium teeth are a stunning example of his bold style. The custom-made teeth cost $850,000 and were designed with dental and medical experts. Made from titanium, palladium, and platinum, they drew inspiration from James Bond villain Jaws. The experimental dentistry procedure, known as fixed prosthodontics, did not require removing Ye's natural teeth.

The titanium teeth were manufactured and fitted by Dr. Thomas Connelly, a Beverly Hills and NYC-based dentist. This is not Ye's first dental makeover; in 2010, he revealed diamond and gold implants on his bottom row to Ellen DeGeneres. However, the new makeover has not really been a blessing. Ye's dentures had been recently cited as a new subject of disgust for his wife Bianca Censori resulting in internal disputes and divorce rumors. 

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What do you think of Ye's 'Bully' album cover inspiration? Let us know in the comments below. 

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Shraddha Das is a Content Lead and the Sub Group Head at Netflix Junkie. Captivated by the power of storytelling and the written word at a young age, which led her to pursue a career in journalism at the Esteemed KIIT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, in Orissa. She has over 1500 articles to her name.

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