The above YouTube video shows Kanye West breaking down and crying during his performance in Paris Saturday night. The breakdown occurred as he was introducing his song "Hey Mama" as a tribute to his mother, Donda, who passed on November 10th due to complications following cosmetic sugery. Specifically, People Magazine reports:
Members of the audience say that once he dedicated the song to his mother, he could continue no longer and simply broke down and cried. People further reports:
Nevertheless, after his break down, Kanye left the stage for 10-15 minutes only to return and conclude his Parisian concert with an uplifting performance of "Stronger." Clearly, that which does not kill Kanye, can only make him stronger. I think this may be the first time I've ever been able to honestly say that something about a rapper was truly poetic. Yet, in this instance, Kanye's poetry was not in his words, but rather in his actions. Our thoughts and condolences remain with you, Kanye, during this time of grief. Stay strong.
