In a recent interview, rapper Kanye West made a surprising admission â his bipolar disorder diagnosis was a mistake, and he was actually diagnosed with autism. Kanye explained that he came to this conclusion after consulting with a doctor who also treats Justin Bieber.
According to the rapper, it was his wife, Bianchi Cenzori, who first noticed that something was wrong. âShe said, âThis doesnât seem like bipolar disorder.â And it turned out to be a manifestation of autism,â Kanye shared.
He admitted that his condition sometimes heavily influences his perception of reality and behavior. He cited instances where his controversial actions were seen by the public as scandals. âAutism makes you obsess. Thatâs why I do certain things â Iâm just curious about how it will affect people,â West explained.
Kanye pointed out that his loved ones, including long-time friend and business partner Don C, are concerned about his unpredictable behavior. âItâs hard for them because they love me, but they canât control me,â he said.
However, Kanye believes that the diagnosis doesnât hinder his creativity but rather serves as his strength. âIâm âRain Man,â and itâs my superpower. If fans ask me to make an album in one style, Iâll do the complete opposite,â he stated, referring to the famous movie about a man with autism.
Interestingly, the rapper first began thinking about possible changes in his condition a few years ago when he discussed it with Elon Musk. This refers to the 2002 car accident when West fell asleep at the wheel and crashed into an oncoming vehicle, resulting in a serious jaw injury, which he later referenced in his songs.
The news about his diagnosis came shortly after the Grammy Awards ceremony, where his wife, Bianchi Cenzori, made a huge splash in a completely transparent dress, becoming the main sensation of the evening. âBianchi got more attention than the award ceremony itself,â said her 47-year-old husband. However, new information emerging from the media casts doubt on the idea that this bold outfit was entirely Cenzoriâs initiative. An insider close to the couple claims that Kanye insisted on the provocative dress, even though Cenzori wasnât thrilled about the idea. âShe would have much preferred to wear a beautiful dress,â the source said.
A close friend of the rapper added that the idea was entirely Kanyeâs, and Bianchi tried several times to back out, but she couldnât persuade him. âWhen Kanye sets his mind to something, heâs impossible to dissuade,â said the insider.
According to them, the moment at the Grammys was stressful for Cenzori: âAppearing ânakedâ on the red carpet is literally what people dream nightmares about.â However, later, Bianchi confessed that she felt relief and even pride in herself. âIt took a lot of courage, but in the end, theyâre both happy she did it,â the source added.