But recent reports about West’s well-being have reopened a conversation about mental health, fame and hip-hop. During his Nov. 17 show in San Jose, Calif., Kanye West took lengthy breaks to talk about his views on race and the presidential election. A hashtag, #YouGoodMan, gained momentum as a conversation around masculinity, race and mental health took place on social media. For instance, on “FML,” he raps about nothing being crazier than when “he off his Lexapro.”I Feel Like That – Kanye West. Mental health is a serious thing, no matter what.”He added: “Stay strong Kanye West.”Read more:Is this rap’s real golden age?

Source: Washington Post November 23, 2016 12:00 UTC