Just Days After Taylor Swift, Her Infamous VMA Moment Maker Kanye West Caused Another Earthquake

Published 08/10/2023, 3:49 AM EDT

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It is nearly impossible to separate Kanye West and Taylor Swift’s names – they are intertwined in the unforgettable saga of the VMAs, forever etched in the controversial pages of history. West, a force of controversy, tends to draw others into his dramatic narrative, including the ever-graceful Swift. Despite her own resounding success, highlighted by the massive hit Era’s concert, Swift stands strong, unswayed by the need for validation; her name alone speaks volumes.

Once more, the titans of the music industry find themselves entwined, yet distinctly separate. This time, the focus is on unleashing seismic shifts. Let’s delve into the buzz.

Kanye West sends shockwaves to Rome

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When Taylor Swift commands to ‘Shake It off,’ she means business – her downtown Seattle concert made a seismic statement with a 2.3 magnitude earthquake registering in response to the uproarious crowd. West, the VMA counterpart to Swift, enters the scene, not to be outdone. Amidst the electric atmosphere of a Rome performance, where Travis Scott and Ye’s ‘Praise God’ echoed, a staggering 60,000-strong crowd leaped with such fervor that it felt as if the very ground quivered beneath their collective energy.

The spectacle sparked genuine worry among seismologists regarding the wisdom of staging colossal concerts at historic sites. As the Circus Maximus reverberated with thunderous applause, ancient Roman streets whispered tales of windows rattling and beds quivering from the vibrations. While this iconic venue has witnessed the likes of The Rolling Stones, Lady Gaga, and even Imagine Dragons gracing its stage, this particular performance managed to send palpable shockwaves rippling through the very core of the earth.

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The names of Ye and Swift have previously intertwined, hinting at a history brimming with controversies. Let’s delve into their shared narrative.

The intertwined saga of Ye and Swift

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A rollercoaster of emotions defines the dynamic between Ye and the ‘Shake It Off’ singer. The year 2009 forever imprints the MTV VMAs incident in fans’ memory. An unexpected interruption during Swift’s acceptance speech by Ye ignited a firestorm of controversy. Although he had his moment of realization later. And as time progressed, the plot thickened. The echoes of their discord resonated through the iconic track ‘Famous,’ nestled within Ye’s ‘The Life of Pablo’ album, taking a sly jab at Swift and further fueling the intrigue.

Swift took the stage with a pointed performance of ‘Innocent,’ a song swirling with rumors of being directed at Ye. Her subtle retort to the ‘Famous’ lyrics was unmistakable – a powerful declaration that success would inevitably attract those aiming to undermine it. However, Ye’s antics did not conclude there; he escalated matters by unveiling a music video for ‘Famous,’ featuring a provocative sculpture of a n*ked Swift.

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Riva Khan

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Riva Khan is an entertainment reporter at NetflixJunkie. Given her love for the language and writing, she has honed her narrative skills from a young age. She loves her latest tea in Hollywood and keeps an eye on the news.

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