Life of the Party (Kanye West and André 3000 song)

"Life of the Party" is an unreleased song by American rappers Kanye West and André 3000. The track gained notoriety and widespread attention due to its unauthorized leak and subsequent public discourse surrounding its content and circumstances of release.

The song features a lengthy verse from André 3000 and was originally intended to be included on West's tenth studio album, Donda, released in 2021. However, it was not present on the official tracklist.

The version that surfaced online was broadcast during a listening event for Donda hosted by Drake in September 2021. Drake and West had an ongoing public feud at the time, adding another layer of intrigue to the unauthorized release. This broadcast included the song, which was quickly disseminated across the internet.

"Life of the Party" is notable for its introspective and personal lyrics, particularly from André 3000, who discusses the loss of his mother. The song also features references to various cultural figures and brands. The lyrics generated significant discussion among fans and critics, with many praising André 3000's vulnerable and emotional performance.

Following the leak, West publicly addressed the situation, stating that he had not authorized the song's release and expressing frustration with the circumstances. The situation further fueled the public narrative surrounding the Donda album rollout and West's interactions with other artists.

As of the current date, "Life of the Party" remains officially unreleased by Kanye West.