Vultures Rapper, Ye Went All Out With 88Keys and Alexander Wang at Japan’s Wangmania

Published 06/17/2024, 11:53 PM EDT

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West is keeping busy, and doing it all. However, fans seemed to be stuck with the long-promised ‘Vultures 2’ album. Although frustration mounts, Ye’s recent live shows have been a bright spot, providing fans with a temporary respite. His high-energy performances are proving a proper distraction from the album's delay. Nevertheless, die-hard Ye fans do not seem to be satisfied at all. Be it his upcoming reported Korean event or the Japan wrestling performance, nothing has helped fans get over the 'Vulture's 2' dreadful hiatus.

The 'Donda' rapper made a surprise appearance at Wangmania, a pro wrestling event in Tokyo, Japan. The rapper showed up alongside 88Keys and fashion designer Alexander Wang, and even gave a high-energy performance as YEFANATICS shared. While no reports had hinted at the appearance, wrestling fans at the event seemed to be delighted with the rapper's presence. However, it is not the same with ardent Ye fans. 

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Despite the excitement, Ye followers have had mixed reactions to his appearance at the event, which also featured Ty Dolla $ign and Joshi wrestlers Miyu Yamashita and Mizuki. While some were thrilled to see the rapper's unexpected performance, others were less impressed. The event marked a rare public appearance for West, who has been keeping a low profile and traveling places in private in recent months.

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Fans are, nonetheless, visibly frustrated and disappointed in the rapper, as shown on social media. X has been trending with fans reacting to Ye’s recent performance in Tokyo, Japan. While some criticized him for prioritizing other projects over his long-awaited album, "instead of working on the album," others mocked the rapper for his unpredictable behavior, saying how he "spawns in the most random places."

Overall, fans are feeling let down, with one user summing it up as "Bro really fumbled the year.

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Despite numerous updates on ‘Vultures 2’, none have held true, leaving fans skeptical. Fan pages hint at a significant update, but enthusiasts are losing patience, having been repeatedly let down by unfulfilled calls. As anticipation turns to frustration, fans stand on the brink of giving up, their excitement dwindling with each passing day. The prolonged wait has taken a toll, leaving many wondering if the album will ever see the light of day.

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What is your take on Ye's recent unforeseen performance at the wrestling event in the wake of fans' frustration? Let us know in the comments below.

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Shraddha Suman

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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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