Kanye West talks ‘White Lives Matter’ controversy with Candace Owens

An interview between Ye, aka Kanye West, and Candace Owens, recorded in October 2022 but recently shared on Owens' YouTube channel, has reignited controversy surrounding West's decision to showcase "White Lives Matter" shirts at his fashion show in Paris. 

The event, which took place on October 3, 2022, sparked significant backlash at the time and continues to be a topic of discussion.

In the interview, Kanye explains the rationale behind his decision, stating, "We broke the internet... people just couldn't believe how a black person could say White Lives Matter." The phrase "White Lives Matter" is often seen as a counter to the "Black Lives Matter" movement, which aims to address racial inequality and police violence against black communities.

Candace Owens, who wore the controversial shirt alongside West, defended his actions, stating, "There’s absolutely no truth to how the media paints a narrative... I knew instantly what he was trying to do and what he meant."

The conversation between West and Owens has sparked renewed debate about the impact of such statements on racial discourse.