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Kanye West impressed by homeless man's rap skills, takes him into studio

By Joy Johnston, Cox Media Group National Content Desk
Sept 29, 2018

Kanye West is staying busy before his appearance on "Saturday Night Live."

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West posted a video Saturday morning on Twitter of a man who said his name is Nino Blu. He said he recently became homeless. Blu did an impromptu performance for West, who was impressed and said Blu had good energy.

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West invited Blu into the studio to record. Blu said he felt blessed by the opportunity West offered him.

Related: Formerly known as: Kanye West changes name to Ye

Late Saturday morning, West posted the following on Twitter: "The being formally known as Kanye West I am YE."

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