DONDA by Kanye West

Donda is the tenth studio album by Kanye West, released in August 2021 and named after his late mother, Dr. Donda C. West. The album is a large-scale work that explores themes of Christianity, family, divorce, and mental health through introspective and often experimental music with numerous guest collaborators.

Thematic focus: The album serves as a deeply personal and spiritual reflection on his mother's life and death, his own struggles with addiction and emotional damage, and his path toward healing and faith. He also explores his relationship with Kim Kardashian and his experience as a single father.

Musical style: Donda features a wide range of sonic elements, blending the gospel-influenced sound of his recent work with his earlier, more soulful hip-hop productions. The production often uses organs and choral vocals alongside trap-style 808s.

Release and rollout: The album had an extensive and unconventional rollout that included multiple public listening parties in stadiums and a period where West repeatedly filed and retracted the album from streaming services before its final release.

Collaborators: The album features a large number of guest artists, including The Weeknd, Jay-Z, Kid Cudi, Travis Scott, and Playboi Carti.
Other projects: The name "Donda" also refers to other ventures by Kanye West, including a creative content company, a Christian private school (Donda Academy), and a sports organization.

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