THE FEDERALIST/ James Silberman-
The release of Kanye West’s ninth album, “Jesus is King,” was originally scheduled for release on September 27. After a number of delays, the album finally dropped on Friday. As advertised, it was saturated in Christian themes. Here are the top 10 lines from the much-anticipated album.
10. All my idols, let ’em go. All the demons, let ’em know. This a mission, not a show. This is my eternal soul.
Throughout his public life, West has developed a reputation for being erratic and unpredictable. This line from “God Is” makes clear that West’s profession of faith is no joke or ploy for attention. The album isn’t for show. It’s a mission with deadly serious stakes: the eternal soul. Continue reading…
