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Kanye West's Twitter
February 10th of this year marks the 10-anniversary of the release of Kanye West's debut album The College Dropout. To commemorate this occasion, 'Ye took to Twitter and shared his thoughts on its release and impact. Check it out in the tweet below.
Ten years ago today we finally released what had been my life's work up to that point: The College Dropout.
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014
I say "finally" because it was a long road, a constant struggle, and a true labor of love
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014
to not only convince my peers and the public that I could be an artist, but to actually get that art out for the world to hear.
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014
I am extremely grateful to each and every person along that road who helped, lent an ear, lent their voice,
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014
gave of their heart to that project, and to all the projects that followed, and are to come.
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014
I am honored and humbled by my fans, for the unwavering support and love over the past ten years.
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014
I wake up every day trying to give something back to you that you can rock to and be proud of.
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014
Ten years later I am still the same kid from Chicago, still dreaming out loud, still banging on the door.
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014
The doors may be heavier, but I promise you WE WILL BREAK THEM.
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014