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Must-See: Kanye West Performs 'New Slave' on 'Saturday Night Live'

The controversial rapper performed two songs off his upcoming album, Yeezus.
Kanye West Performs 'New Slave' on 'SNL'
Kanye West on ‘Saturday Night Live’
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2020
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Kanye West SNL Performence “New Slaves” by BeastTV123

Last night, Kanye West debuted two brand new songs on Saturday Night Live. The controversial rapper performed “Black Skinhead” and “New Slaves” off his upcoming album Yeezus, set for a June 18 release.

Wearing all black in a nearly blacked-out background, West delivered emotionally raw and artistic performances. The later song debuted Friday night and was projected against 66 buildings around the world for its grand debut.

Check out West’s performance of “New Slaves” above. Tell us what you think of his new song.

TOPICS:  Kanye West