Kanye WestMore than just a rude person.

The BeginningBorn June 8, 1977 in Atlanta, GAFather: Ray West, a former Black Panther.Mother: Donda West, a Professor at Clark Atlanta UniversityKanye only spent 3 years in Atlanta

Growing UpParents divorced at age 3.He moved to Chicago with his motherShe became an English professor at Chicago State UniversityThis is where Kanye grew up.

The College DropoutGot good grades in high school.Started college at American Academy of Art in ChicagoLater enrolled at Chicago State University, but dropped out for music.

Early Music CareerBegan producing for local artistsHe later started gaining fame by producing/making beats for major artists

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First SingleInvolved in a near fatal car crash on his way home from the studioSparked inspiration for first single titled “Through the Wire”

Recorded while his mouth was wired shut

Debut AlbumFirst album titled “The College Dropout”Released February of 2004 on Roc-a-Fella Records, founded by Jay-ZIncluded hits like “Through the Wire,” and “Jesus Walks”

Other AlbumsKanye went on to release 3 more albums, and is currently working on his fifth studio album.Late Registration-2005Graduation-2007808’s and Heartbreaks-2008

Kanye West FoundationFormed with help of Donda WestHelp solve drop out problem in America by giving kids access to music production programs.Helps provide good output for creativity

HomecomingMTV special to help veterans returning get back on their feet from Iraq.Paid 6 months rentAn entire weeks worth of studio timeA new microphoneAn Internship at a local radio station.