album · October 25, 2019
Jesus Is King
Getting Out Our Dreams II / Def Jam RecordingsSee this day
hip-hopgospel
West's ninth studio album, "Jesus Is King," is a largely gospel-influenced hip-hop record, featuring a shift in lyrical content and musical style toward overtly Christian themes.
- The album was initially slated for a September 2019 release, but was delayed several times.
- "Jesus Is King" debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart.
- The album won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album in 2021.
Kanye West is a producer and rapper from Atlanta, Georgia, known for his genre-blending, critically acclaimed work and controversial public persona. "Jesus Is King" arrived late in his career, following a series of high-profile gospel-focused events and a period of intense public discussion regarding his religious beliefs.
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