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How tall is Kanye West? Rapper has always picked girlfriends shorter than him

Kanye West falls short of the average height for men in the country but commands attention when he enters a room

Full Name	Ye
Date of Birth	8 June, 1977
Age	46 (as of 2023)
Place of Birth	Atlanta, Georgia
Height	5 ft 8 in (172 cm) approx
Weight	80 kg (176 lbs) approx
Eye Color	Dark Brown
Net Worth	$400 million
Spouse	Bianca Censori (m. 2023), Kim Kardashian (m. 2014–2022)
Children	North, Saint, Chicago, Psalm

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: American rapper Kanye West (now known as Ye) is a prominent name in the music industry and pop culture. His recent public split from his now ex-wife Kim Kardashian, his larger-than-life personality, and his artistic talents have elevated him to more fame than ever. Kanye West's height is 5 ft 8 in (172 cm).

Some fans could be taken aback by Kanye West's height due to his colossal star power. Given Ye's already prominent presence, the rapper can easily flaunt high shoes, padded shoes, or everyday, simple things - and no one cares.

How tall is Kanye West?

According to Celeb Heights, Kanye West's height is 5 ft 8 in (172 cm), which may come as a surprise given how he always commands attention in each space he enters.

Along with that, he is constantly the center of attention due to his public masks or his conflicts such as the recent one with the cartoon character Peppa Pig. West is undoubtedly a celebrity who consistently attracts attention.

Without those enormous boots, Kanye West's height of 5 ft 8 in (172 cm) is a little short as the average height for an adult American man is 5 ft 9 in (175 cm).

However, for those who are constantly surrounded by fashion, like Kanye, height is seldom a major issue, with fashion tips and tricks available to make one look taller or shorter whenever required.

Kanye West's height compared to other rappers

Although Jay-Z and West haven't gotten along in a very long time due to some personal problems and opposing political ideologies, Jay-Z had always been an inspiration to West when he was younger. Jay-Z is far taller than West, standing at 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) over a 5 ft 8 in (172 cm) Ye.

Kanye West and 2 Chainz collaborated on the song 'Mercy', in which 2 Chainz boasted about being "money tall like [Michael] Jordan." Interestingly, 2 Chainz is taller than Michael Jordan and he also beats Ye's height at 6 ft 5 in (196 cm).

Also, Kanye West's height falls short in front of Rick Ross, who openly talked about his heavyweight when he first entered the rap scene. Perhaps he can begin rapping about his 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) height while West is as good as 5 ft 8 in (172 cm).

When it comes to Ye's friends-turned-foes, Drake's name should top the list. Along with dominating the rest of his rap competition contemporaries, he also towers over most rappers, including West, in person due to Drake's height of 6 ft (183 cm).

Speaking of rap's greatest-ever performers, Eminem and Kanye West's heights are the same. They both stand at 5 ft 8 in.

Looking at other GOATs in rap, it is impossible for us to have this discussion without bringing up Lil Wayne. At 5 ft 5 in, Lil Wayne is shorter than Kanye West head-on.

How tall is Kanye West's ex-wife Kim Kardashian?

Kim Kardashian West's height 5 ft 2 in (157 cm). The Skims founder may appear taller in photographs, but that's probably because she frequently dons high heels.

It doesn't appear like Kim and West are significantly different in height because of her heels. However, the 'Donda' rapper is six inches taller than his now-divorced spouse.

How tall is Bianca Censori?

When comparing Kanye West's height with his former wife, we must delve into the rapper's current wife Bianca Censori's height as well. Many people have brought up Censori's height, especially when she is paired with West.

Censori's height is 5 ft 4 in (163 cm), defying some assumptions and assertions made by multiple sources, whereas Ye is 5 ft 8 in (172 cm) tall.

Kanye West is almost as tall as ex Julia Fox

According to Celeb Portal, Italian-American actress Julia Fox stands tall at 5 ft 7 in (170 cm), which is just one inch shorter than her ex Kanye West's height.

The 'Uncut Gems' actress dated the rapper for a brief time period to distract West from Kim, as per People magazine. 

Beyond the mic: The truth about Kanye West's height

Kanye West's personal Life, professional life and music career

Born on June 8, 1977, in Atlanta, Georgia, Kanye West was three years old when his parents, Ray and Donda West, divorced.

Kanye was raised in Southside Chicago by his mother Donda, an English professor, and spent summers with his father, an award-winning photographer who became a church counselor.

Kanye attended Polaris High School and later completed one year of art school at Chicago State University before dropping out.

Kanye's father, Ray West, was a former Black Panther and one of the first black photojournalists at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. After his divorce from Donda, Ray became a Christian counselor.

Donda West, Kanye's mother, worked as a Professor of English at Clark Atlanta University and the Chair of the English Department at Chicago State University before retiring.

Reportedly, Kanye's upbringing in Chicago and his parents' divorce had a significant impact on his life and career.

His experiences growing up in a middle-class African-American family and witnessing his parents' separation influenced his music and personal outlook.

He began his music career as a producer, creating beats for local Chicago artists and gaining recognition for his production work.

West's success as a producer led to a major-label recording contract and a successful solo career as a rapper.

He has released ten studio albums, won 21 Grammy Awards, and is widely regarded as one of the most influential hip-hop musicians of all time.

In addition to his music career, West has also made a name for himself as a fashion designer, collaborating with various brands and leading the Yeezy collaboration with Adidas until being dropped from the contract for his antisemetic comments. 

Kanye West memes 

There are several memes and jokes about Kanye West's height. Some of them include:

A meme on iFunny featuring Kanye West's height in nautical miles, which is a humorous way to represent his height. 

A meme on Know Your Meme about the "Kanye West Cloned / Body Double Theory," which jokes about the idea of Kanye West having a clone or body double.

A funny product listing on AliExpress for "Funny Kanye West Meme Soft Scuff Memory Foam Slippers Women Rapper Music Producer Bedroom House Shoes," which features an image of Kanye West's face on a pair of slippers.

Besides, Kanye has been the subject of some social media trends. For example, the 'Kanye West Challenge' on social media platforms have seen users attempting to recreate some of his most iconic moments, including his infamous "I am the master of my domain" speech.

These recreations often involve users wearing sunglasses, gold chains, and exaggerating their gestures, which can be seen as a form of humor and a way to engage with Kanye West's larger-than-life persona. 

Controversies surrounding Kanye West 

Kanye West, also known as Ye, has been involved in numerous controversies throughout his career. Some of the most notable ones include:

Interrupting Taylor Swift's MTV VMA speech: In 2009, West infamously interrupted Taylor Swift's MTV VMA winner's speech, proclaiming that Beyonce had one of the best videos of all time.

Supporting Donald Trump: West expressed support for Donald Trump in 2016, which sparked backlash from many fans and celebrities.

Feud with Taylor Swift: West and Swift had a long-standing feud that began with the MTV VMA incident and continued with both artists making disparaging comments about each other.

Controversial Saint Pablo tour: West's Saint Pablo tour was marked by several controversial incidents, including rants about other musicians and his interaction with Kim Kardashian.

Antisemitic remarks: In October 2022, West made a series of antisemitic remarks during an interview on right-wing commentator Alex Jones' show, 'Infowars'. He also wore a "White Lives Matter" T-shirt at Paris Fashion Week.

Adidas and Balenciaga partnerships: West was dropped by both Adidas and Balenciaga after making "hateful and dangerous" comments about Jewish people.

Yeezy show at Paris Fashion Week: In October 2022, West and his models wore shirts emblazoned with "White Lives Matter" during his Yeezy show at Paris Fashion Week.

How old is Kanye West ?

He was born on June 8, 1977, which makes him 46 years old in 2023. 

How many Grammys have Kanye won?

Kanye West has won 21 Grammy Awards throughout his career. 

Where is Kanye West from?

He was born in Atlanta, Georgia, but was raised in Southside Chicago by his mother, Donda West, an English professor, and spent summers with his father, an award-winning photographer who became a church counselor.

What is Kanye's real name?

Kanye West's real name is Kanye Omari West. 

How many hours does Kanye West sleep?

Reportedly, Kanye West tries to get at least six hours of sleep each night.

What is Kanye West's net worth?

As of 2023, Kanye West's net worth is estimated to be around $400 million, according to Forbes. This is a significant decrease from his previous estimated net worth of $1.8 billion in 2021 and $2 billion in 2022.

The decline in his net worth is attributed to the end of his partnership with Adidas, which was a major source of his wealth.