AceShowbiz - Ye recently revealed that he experienced a significant mental health episode while working on his album Bully. Speaking on a phone call at the Urban One Summit on July 28, 2026, with Gamma CEO Larry Jackson, Ye described the challenges he faced during the album’s production and how overcoming them made his recent musical success more meaningful.

According to Ye, about a year into creating the Bully project, he went through a difficult mental health episode. He framed his current achievements as a victory, not only personally but also as an example of hope for others dealing with similar crises. The rapper expressed deep gratitude to his fans for their forgiveness and support during this turbulent period.

Ye’s struggle with mental health became publicly visible last year through a prolonged and controversial social media outburst. This included offensive posts on X, involving anti-Semitic remarks, praise of Hitler and the Nazis, wearing KKK attire, and derogatory comments about fellow artists. Despite issuing apologies and attempting to make amends, he continues to face consequences from these actions.

Several European concerts were canceled as a result of the backlash. However, some countries, including the United States, have remained welcoming. Earlier in 2026, Ye set a new record for the highest-grossing concert by a rapper during his consecutive shows at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.

Ye’s candid discussion at the Urban One Summit highlighted not only his personal challenges but also the broader issue of mental health awareness in the music industry. His experience underscores the complex relationship between public life, personal struggles, and artistic expression.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Xxlmag.