Kanye Omari West (born June 8, 1977) is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, composer, entrepreneur, and fashion designer. Spanning an eclectic range of influences, including hip hop, soul, baroque pop, electro, indie rock, synth-pop, industrial, and gospel, West is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation. Outside of his music career, West’s also had success in the fashion industry.
