Summary
Introduction and Album Announcement
The interview begins with Jimmy Kimmel welcoming
Kanye West to the East Coast, specifically Brooklyn. After the warm welcome and applause, Kimmel asks about West's new album titled
"Jesus is King". West announces that the album would be released at midnight that very day, surprising the audience by clarifying that it was "out now," which drew applause from the audience.
The IMAX Film Companion
Kimmel mentions that beyond the album, West had also created an IMAX movie as a companion piece to "Jesus is King." During this segment, Kimmel shows a clip of West's daughter North dancing along to the movie. West responds by expressing appreciation for his daughter's positive association with church, noting how she wants to attend church because the experience goes "outside of the traditional four walls and outside of the pews."
West's Spiritual Transformation
West discusses his spiritual journey, stating that God has called him and that he has given his life to Jesus Christ. He declares that he now "works for God," which receives applause from the audience. West describes this moment as a time of "Christian innovation," comparing it to how the Medici family and great artists of the past created works for the church. He contrasts this with the present day, where he feels the best designs often have an "adult edge" to them.
Family Values and Perspective Shift
West reflects on his personal life, mentioning that he has four children and has been married for five years. He references a question Kimmel had asked him the
previous year about whether having a daughter changed his life. West acknowledges that his perspective has "completely turned around" since then. He expresses feeling that God is using him, his choir, and his family to demonstrate certain values. West suggests that he's in a unique position to speak about family and is now in "complete service to God."
Identity as a Christian Artist
When Kimmel asks if West feels "born again" and whether he considers himself a "Christian music artist," West responds, "I'm just a Christian everything," which generates laughter and applause. Kimmel observes that West has made church "fun to go to" for many people, especially young people who typically might not express enthusiasm about attending church. Kimmel praises West for "bringing people together."
The IMAX Movie Details
Kimmel mentions that West's IMAX movie was shot in Flagstaff, Arizona. West elaborates that artist James Turrell, whom he describes as "one of the greatest living artists" and a Christian, allowed them to use Roden Crater for filming, which West calls "the eighth wonder of the world."
Financial Advice and Cultural Commentary
The conversation shifts when West brings up a lottery winner named Dave Johnson who was reportedly in attendance. West shares that he has invested in 12,500 acres of land in Wyoming and begins discussing wealth management. He contrasts the expectation to display luxury when on television with his own appearance in what he describes as a "cheap hoodie," despite being a billionaire. West apologizes for saying "ass," jokingly remarking that his "Christian scorecard is lowered for the day."West then speaks about the importance of financial education, particularly for Black Americans. He expresses a desire for Black people to share financial information with each other, discussing money management and family. West makes a broader statement about feeling that Black Americans are "orphans in this country" without fathers to "show us the way of how to maintain who we are." He reflects on his own journey, mentioning hospital stays and being "canceled," yet standing resilient.
Conclusion
The interview concludes with Kimmel mentioning that West would return the following night for a special performance from the new album. They then show a clip from the "Jesus is King" IMAX movie featuring choral music, and the segment ends with applause as Kimmel announces "Kanye West, everybody!"*There may be errors on this page.