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Kanye West Denies AI Use on "Bully" Album
26 Mar
Summary
- Kanye West claims his album "Bully" was not made with AI.
- This contradicts statements he made in a 2025 interview.
- The album "Bully" has been teased since September 2024.
Kanye West has officially denied the use of generative AI in the creation of his forthcoming album, "Bully." This declaration, made on X on March 25, 2026, directly contrasts earlier statements West made during a 2025 interview with Justin Laboy. In that interview, West described AI as a tool similar to Auto-Tune and mentioned using platforms that transform vocals with AI.
Despite these past comments, West's recent post accompanying the "Bully" tracklist explicitly stated, "BULLY ON THE WAY NO AI." This is further supported by associates who have recently indicated the album contains no AI elements. West has been building anticipation for "Bully" since September 2024, previewing tracks and releasing a short film starring his son, Saint West, in 2025.
The album's journey to release has been lengthy, with West first announcing it in September 2024 and a planned release date of March 20, 2026, passing without a new confirmation. This period has also seen West address personal controversies, including a public apology in January 2026 for past remarks, attributing his behavior to bipolar disorder and a head injury.
