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Ye introduces his two tech companies and expresses his desire for Lex Fridman's engineering perspective. He emphasizes the importance of engineering over subjective subjects like history, stating that engineering is essential for our species' advancement. He believes history is often distorted by the victors and that focusing on the present is more productive. He defines human beings as 'beings with engineering opportunities'.
Ye reflects on his past struggles and how he has overcome them. He speaks about his appreciation for Kim Kardashian's 'DNA,' symbolizing her unique and powerful lineage. He also mentions his father's entrepreneurial spirit and how his desire to be loved was an early motivator in his career.
Ye shares his architectural vision for 'new living cells,' which are designs for self-sustaining communities with natural light, air, and regenerative water systems. He believes these designs contribute to overall happiness and address societal issues like unhealthy food and medicine. He encourages speaking one's truth non-violently and critiques the 'trauma economy' that profits from pain.
Ye argues that society is still in a 'Holocaust' and compares the number of abortions to the number of deaths in the Holocaust, suggesting that Planned Parenthood is a 'Holocaust museum.' He believes Black Americans are the lost tribe of Israel and discusses how the media uses trauma for political gain. Lex pushes back on Ye's generalization of 'Jewish media,' urging him to address individuals rather than groups to avoid fueling hate.
Ye describes his personal experiences with being controlled and manipulated by individuals in the music industry, leading to his controversial tweet. He recounts how four Jewish individuals allegedly controlled his voice and how he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder after being medicated and publicized. He emphasizes that he's fighting for his family and his freedom to raise his children as Christians, free from external agendas.
Ye details his business dealings, including his Yeezy fashion shows and the supposed collusion by Bernard Arnault to undermine his vision. He describes how his former 'best friend' and 'main engineer' were hired by Arnault, likening it to a division of his 'gang.' He asserts that these events led to significant personal losses but that he remains anointed and works for God.
Ye clarifies his previous apology, explaining that he believes the accusation of antisemitism is used by certain individuals in the media to avoid accountability for their actions. He illustrates this with examples of how groups are targeted and suppressed. He states that he is not focused on resentment but on finding solutions and building healthier systems that empower people to thrive.
Ye expresses his distrust in human beings, stating he only trusts God due to past experiences of betrayal and manipulation, especially in his marriage. He reveals his plans to build shelters and monasteries as modern-day facilities to provide water, food, and knowledge, emphasizing knowledge as the most important resource. He points out that his people are 'sick' due to harmful influences, including the media and abortion statistics for Black communities.
Ye states his desire for his legacy to be forgotten, explaining that successful designs become so ubiquitous that their creator is no longer remembered, likening it to the design of sidewalks or stop signs. His advice to young people is to trust their gut and instincts, as that is God's will for them, and to 'be the maximum you.' He humorously adds, 'Don't tweet while you're sleepy.' He also discusses his purchase of Parler and his vision for a social platform that prioritizes human happiness and growth.
Ye offers a sincere apology to the Jewish people he hurt, acknowledging the collective pain he caused, distinct from other pains he has discussed. He reiterates his belief that Black people and Jewish people are connected, 'sons of Abraham,' and should collaborate to serve God. He expresses remorse for his divisive language and vows to take a more sophisticated, loving approach to engineering solutions for the problems facing humanity. He views his past 'mistakes' as part of God's plan, leading him to this moment of growth and understanding.