Ye Unsatisfied With “jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy” Final Cut

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January 21, 2022

Fans are incredibly excited to watch Ye’s Netflix documentary “jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy.” However, it looks like the titular rapper isn’t happy with how it’s turning out.

Ye posted on his Instagram Friday (Jan. 21) to candidly rant about his upcoming doc. Apparently, the Chicago rapper hasn’t had as significant a role in the “jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy” editing process as he feels necessary. Ye also expressed his need to sign off on the final product before its release.

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“I’m going to say this kindly for the last time,” he typed under a photo of the “jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy” poster. “I must get final edit and approval on this doc before it releases on Netflix. Open the edit room immediately so I can be in charge of my own image. Thank you in advance.”

Making “jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy”

The production/ filming of the doc has gone over several years by Chike Ozah and Coodie Simmons. Chike and Coodie are long-time directorial collaborators and also friends of Ye. “jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy” addresses critical moments in West’s career, like his introduction to Jay-Z, his 2020 presidential campaign, and the passing of his mother. With both directors curating footage for nearly two decades, fans will then see an entirely new side of Ye.

While Coodie and Ye have a close friendship, the editing of the doc may be a point of contention. Simmons recently spoke with Variety about the film. “I said, ‘Dude, you have to trust me.’ And he did, 100%,” the director recounted.

“I needed to tell this story. It’s not about making Kanye likable or not. The footage doesn’t lie. What makes the film special is that it’s not something definitive; it’s [Ye’s] journey through my vision.”

Ye is known for his outspoken nature and also being particular about his image. In a November interview on the “Drink Champs” podcast, he spoke openly on his art and several of his peers. Namely, Ye called out Jay-Z for a set of lyrics the artist didn’t like on the original version of “Donda.” In addition to that, he stated, signing Big Sean was “the worst thing I’ve done.” Clearly, Ye isn’t the type of guy to hold his tongue.

“jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy” will make its debut at the Sundance Film Festival later this month and subsequently be released on Netflix. One thing is sure: Ye is determined to have the last say.

You can watch the trailer below: