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Kanye West’s ‘Cousins’ Lyrics: A Breakdown of the Song’s Meaning

Ye’s new song “Cousins” is making waves for its shocking personal revelations. Find out what it’s about and more here.

The song delves into a traumatic experience from his childhood, where he says an early exposure to explicit material led to a sexual encounter with a male cousin. The release of the song has sparked intense reactions online, touching on heavy themes like trauma, guilt, and the lasting effects of early experiences. In a 2018 interview with Jimmy Kimmel, while endorsing Donald Trump, West also said, “My cousin is locked up for murder, and I love him.

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