Watching the Throne: A Lyrical Analysis of Kanye West

Big Brother by Kanye West

Kanye might have been an only child...but he had a brother. A big brother. The story between Kanye and JAY-Z is a rollercoaster ride that's had lots of ups and downs over the years, and the song Big Brother marked the first potentially tumultuous time for the two biggest names in hip hop. On this episode, Chris and Travis run through the lyrics of Kanye's apology to his Jay. The song both serves as a conclusion to the Graduation narrative and points in a new direction for Kanye's musical career.
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This is an in-depth-yet-entertaining dive into the lyrics and narrative artistry of Kanye West's music. We go track by track through Ye's discography, revealing the narrative and poetic techniques he uses, tracking his growth as a storyteller, and illuminating the narratives behind each of his albums.