Heartless by Kanye West

Watching the Throne: A Lyrical Analysis of Kanye West

New School Critics

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4.8 • 692 Ratings

🗓️ 7 July 2021

⏱️ 96 minutes

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Summary

Have you heard the coldest story ever told? You probably have. Because Heartless is one of Kanye's biggest hits. But...do you know the actual meaning behind the song? And how the lyrics and production signal the birth of Yeezus?? Yup, we're going there. Chris and Travis have some theories about Heartless and how it fits into the 808s & Heartbreak narrative—so strap in. If you'd like to support the show (and hear this episode ad-free), then join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/KanyePodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	To be or not to be.
0:02.8	Right now we're offering a range of incentives across Audi models.
0:06.5	That is the...
0:07.5	But only until the 28th of February.
0:10.0	The...
0:10.7	Um...
0:12.0	So stop whatever you're doing.
0:14.4	Um... I'll be right back.
0:17.1	Just carry on without me.
0:18.3	And find yours online or at Finchley Road, Audi.
0:21.5	Audi, four-sprung Duck Technic.
0:23.8	Terms and conditions apply.
0:25.1	Selected models, retail customers and participating Audi centers only.
0:30.0	Everybody wants to know what I would do if I didn't win.
0:36.9	I guess we'll never know us just rose again. Listen to the kids.
1:03.8	Welcome to watching The Throne.
1:07.4	A lyrical analysis of Kanye West.
1:11.6	My name is Chris Lambert.
1:13.6	And my name is Travis Bean and Chris.
1:16.1	Have you ever been in a relationship that didn't go so well?
1:19.3	A few, Travis.
1:20.8	A few.
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