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Dec 19, 2020 · by Amanda London · December 19, 2020. On this song, Kanye West is talking directly to a romantic interest. The prevailing theory, as far as his real life is concerned, is that said individual would be one Alexis Phifer, the lady whom his two-year engagement to was terminated shortly before the track came out.
Apr 24, 2024 · The Theme of Loss and Betrayal. One of the most significant themes in “Heartless” is the idea of loss and betrayal. Kanye is describing how he’s lost himself in the pursuit of fame and success. He’s saying how he’s been betrayed by others and how he’s lost love and trust.
"Heartless" is a song by American rapper and record producer Kanye West from his fourth studio album, 808s & Heartbreak (2008). The song was written by West, No I.D., Kid Cudi and Malik Yusef, while being produced by the former two.
Nov 4, 2008 · [Verse 1] How could you be so. Cold as the winter wind when it breeze, yo? Just remember that you talkin' to me though. You need to watch the way you talkin' to me, yo. I mean, after all the...
May 18, 2024 · The song explores themes of love, betrayal, and the pain of being in a toxic relationship. With lines like “How could you be so heartless?” and “In the night, I hear ’em talk / The coldest story ever told,” West delves into the depths of his heartache and vulnerability.
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Kanye West told The Observer November 30, 2008 that the song's chorus, which alludes to his feelings regarding the ending of his 18-month engagement to the designer Alexis Phifer and the recent tragic death of his mother has a classic message. He explained: "The Shakespearian tragedy.
