Kanye West has officially announced the release date of his upcoming album Bully, set to drop on June 15, 2025. The announcement follows months of leaks, controversy, and rising tension with the music industry.
The news came through a reposted clip from influencer Sneako titled “The Meeting,” where Ye is seen discussing the state of the music business and his new plans to break away from traditional formats.
He hinted that Bully would bypass CDs in favor of vinyl and digital bundles, calling the album a “protest” against the current music industry system.
Cuck Leak Sparks Controversy, Fuels Bully Buzz
The announcement arrives in the shadow of a major leak of Ye’s unreleased album Cuck (formerly titled WW3), which surfaced online through Discord and social media. Tracks with provocative titles like “Diddy Free” and “Heil H” drew backlash, with one song allegedly praising Hitler being banned from YouTube.
Ye responded to the leaks and backlash on X, saying:
“What I love about getting blocked on DSPs and having songs leaked and shows cancelled is… It proves everything I’m saying and why I’m saying.”
He also shut down rumors about the leaked track “UNCLE,” stating it is not part of Cuck and not about his wife.
Cancellations and Industry Fallout
The backlash didn’t stop with social media. Coupang, a South Korean company, canceled Ye’s upcoming concert and halted the sale of Yeezy merchandise, citing his “recent controversies.”
But Ye has remained defiant, framing himself as a victim of censorship, and calling out what he sees as an unfair system that punishes artists who challenge the status quo.
Despite the chaos, Bully is now locked in for release and is expected to be one of Ye’s most personal and provocative albums yet. With a message aimed at the heart of the music industry, the world is watching closely to see what Ye delivers next.
