Timbaland Compares Kanye West To A "Greek God"

BY Caroline Fisher
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Timbaland and Kanye West
"I love that man," Timbaland says of Ye.

During a recent interview with DJ Whoo Kid, Timbaland shared his thoughts on Kanye West. He had nothing but nice things to say about the Chicago-born performer, even going the extra mile and comparing him to a Greek god. The producer explained that receiving praise from Ye for his work on "Stronger" was a huge compliment, and reassured him that he was doing something right.

“I look at Kanye as a teacher. I love that man,” Timbaland explained. “Just following his personality and the switch ups – like for me, that’s intriguing. He’s giving you so much information that some of it might don’t dial in correct but it’s like, you know how some people will talk from interviews and it’s like, ‘You didn’t hear him say that?’ Because he’s like a prophet.”

Timbaland On Receiving Praise From Kanye West

Timbaland went on to describe how getting props from West gave him a major confidence boost. “I ain’t gon’ say a God but he’s like a Zeus or one of those… Poseidon," he continued. "Like a Greek god. He’s that. Then to hear one of those guys say I’m doing great – it kind of gives you affirmation that I gotta turn my stuff up. It’s like confirmation.” This is far from the first time Timbaland had nice things to say about Kanye West, however. Earlier this year, he suggested that Ye headline the Super Bowl halftime show, noting how groundbreaking the performance would be.

“Yo, I was thinking, if Kanye was to do the Super Bowl, that almost would be like watching Motown 25 ’cause that boy is serious. Don’t you ever forget it,” he said in an Instagram Story in February. “Dat boy Ye doing the Super Bowl they wouldn’t be ready,” he also added. What do you think of Timbaland's recent comments on Kanye West? What about him comparing Ye to a Greek God? Do you agree with him? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

About The Author
Caroline Fisher is currently a News Editor at HotNewHipHop. Her time at HotNewHipHop began in 2023 when she began writing about music and pop culture full-time. Since then, she has helped cover major stories including the YSL RICO trial, Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s explosive feud, Diddy’s ongoing legal battle, and awards shows such as the BET Awards. Being from Chicago, she also got the opportunity to attend Summer Smash 2024 and review Chief Keef’s historic homecoming show. She additionally covered sets by Flo Milli, Playboi Carti, Bktherula, and more.

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