Kanye West recently shared his picks for a hip-hop Mount Rush These selections come from an extended version of his 2025 interview with Justin Laboy. This revelation shows how much Kanye West’s opinions can change over time. He put a lot of thought into who made the cut.

What Happened

The leaked interview extension reveals Kanye West’s choices for the top artists outside of himself. He named Future, Drake, and Young Thug. Later in the conversation, he added Playboi Carti to the list. Kanye West called Carti the “new GOAT” and representative of the next generation. He explained that he exists in every generation.

Kanye West’s Beefs and Choices

Kanye West has had a complicated history with many artists. He hasn’t shown much beef with Future, though he did accuse him and Metro Boomin of ghosting him. This happened after his “Like That” remix. Kanye West also made some eyebrow-raising comments about Kendrick Lamar and Drake earlier this year. He initially supported Kendrick against Drake. However, he later praised Drake after years of tension, as reported by HotNewHipHop, Kanye West also reportedly feuded with Playboi Carti. This conflict likely happened after this interview.

Shifting Opinions

It’s unclear if this Mount Rushmore reflects a new way of thinking for Kanye West. It could also just be another change of opinion. He has a history of switching up his stances. Some fans have questioned why older legends, like Nas, were left out. Perhaps his choices were more focused on artists relevant today. Kanye West’s selections suggest a focus on current impact rather than historical significance for this list

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