Kanye West has once again ignited controversy, but this time, he may have gone too far. His latest stunt? Allegedly sending inappropriate messages to Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles, leaving her in tears and prompting Jay-Z to step in with a serious warning. Could this be the breaking point in the long-standing tension between Kanye and the Carters?
Kanye’s Unprovoked Attack on Tina Knowles
In an unexpected move, Kanye and rapper The Game recently previewed a song titled Tina, which appeared to reference Beyoncé’s mother. The track included voice samples of Tina Knowles and cryptic messages that sent fans into a frenzy. However, what really crossed the line was a direct message allegedly sent to Tina using a banana emoji, accompanied by a post that read, “Tear that up.”
But Kanye didn’t stop there. He proceeded to share a video of Tina dancing at Jennifer Hudson’s Spirit Tunnel, captioning it, “Game finna SL for the guys,” further fueling speculation that he was using Tina’s name to provoke Jay-Z and Beyoncé.
Adding to the drama, a music video featuring Kanye and The Game wearing balaclavas and high-visibility clothing surfaced, with the lyrics including bizarre references to Destiny’s Child and an “awkward DM interaction.” The Game rapped, “I see my Destiny’s Child dming was stressing me out,” before Kanye joined in with, “Miss, is you tricking or not?”
Jay-Z’s Response—Enough Is Enough
Fans were quick to call out Kanye for disrespecting someone as revered as Tina Knowles, especially considering his own past sensitivity when his mother, Donda West, was mentioned. Many speculated that this was a desperate attempt to get Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s attention—something that has been an issue between them for years.
Insiders claim that Jay-Z has issued a strong warning to Kanye, making it clear that any further disrespect towards his family will not be tolerated. Some sources even suggest that legal action could be on the table if Kanye continues his antics.
One fan summed up the public sentiment perfectly:
“Years ago, Kanye lost the chance to be part of Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s world. This is who he is now. He’s been like this for years, and those excusing him are just enabling him. But going after Miss Tina? That’s a new low.”
The History of Kanye and the Carters’ Feud
This isn’t the first time Kanye has taken jabs at Beyoncé and Jay-Z. The fallout between them dates back to 2014 when the Carters famously skipped Kanye’s wedding to Kim Kardashian. Kanye openly admitted feeling betrayed, saying:
“I was hurt about them not coming to the wedding. I understand they were going through some things, but if it’s family, you don’t miss a wedding.”
The situation escalated further when Jay-Z failed to check in on Kanye after Kim Kardashian’s Paris robbery, leading to Kanye publicly calling him out during his Saint Pablo Tour:
“Jay-Z, call me, bruh! You still ain’t called me! Jay-Z, I know you got killers. Please don’t send them at my head!”
He also accused Beyoncé of blackmailing MTV into giving her awards, which only deepened the rift.
Is Kanye Trying to Get Back at Jay-Z?
Now, with this latest attack on Tina Knowles, many believe Kanye is once again seeking attention from the Carters—whether out of resentment or sheer provocation. Some fans speculate that Kanye’s erratic behavior is linked to his frustrations over Jay-Z distancing himself from him over the years.
Jay-Z, who has remained relatively silent about their falling out, has always been cautious about how he handles Kanye’s outbursts. But this time, he might not be willing to let it slide.
What’s Next? Legal Action or More Drama?
While the Carters have not publicly responded, sources claim that Beyoncé is deeply hurt by the disrespect shown to her mother. Some believe Jay-Z may pursue legal action, while others think he’ll simply cut Kanye off even further.
The big question remains: Will Kanye stop, or is this just the beginning of another public meltdown?