Rapper Kanye West recently shared his frustrations about not being allowed to perform, drawing a parallel to legendary musician Elvis Presley's experiences. In a social media post, West posted a black-and-white photo with a message highlighting his inability to perform for a year, likening it to the challenges faced by legendary Elvis Presley, who was banned from gigs due to his provocative performances. ALSO READ: WHAT! Kanye West Replaces His Teeth With James Bond-Style Titanium Dentures Worth A WHOPPING Rs 7 Crore - Read To Know
Following the post, the American artist received numerous offers of assistance from individuals willing to help him book venues for performances. He shared screenshots of text exchanges with those offering support on his Instagram Story. In response to the overwhelming response, West issued a follow-up statement expressing gratitude for the assistance extended by many.
On the same day, the 46-year-old took to video to discuss his challenges in booking arenas for his shows. In the footage, he highlighted the difficulty in securing venues, stating, "We just sold out the United Center in seven minutes, and I just want to express to everybody out there to see if it's anyone that can help with this. It's the only arena that I had access to in the past year." West mentioned encountering obstacles due to his controversial remarks and appealed for assistance, saying, "So if there's anybody out there that can help with this, please do."
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