Multiple publications named it one of 2016's best albums. The album received generally positive reviews from music critics, with particular attention being paid to the fragmented, unfinished nature of the composition and release. The singles ' Famous', the two-part ' Father Stretch My Hands', and ' Fade' were released to support it in 2016. A largely updated version of it, including alternate mixes and other changes, was made available on other streaming services and for digital purchase on his website on April 1, 2016. After several additional sessions and alterations, the exclusive launch occurred for streaming on Tidal three days later.įollowing its official streaming debut, West continued to make changes to The Life of Pablo. West premiered an early version at Madison Square Garden on February 11, 2016, as part of his Yeezy Season 3 fashion show. During the months before its release, the album's title and tracklist went through several publicized changes. Several promotional singles preceded the release of The Life of Pablo, including the tracks ' Real Friends' and ' No More Parties in LA'. West enlisted guest vocals for the album from Chance the Rapper, Kid Cudi, Desiigner, Rihanna, The Weeknd, Ty Dolla Sign, Post Malone, Kendrick Lamar, Sia, Vic Mensa, Chris Brown, Young Thug, and Sampha. West and a variety of producers, including co-executive producers Rick Rubin and Noah Goldstein handled production. Recording sessions took place from 2013 to 2016, in Italy, Mexico, Canada, and the United States. It was released on February 14, 2016, through GOOD Music and distributed by Def Jam Recordings. The Life of Pablo is the seventh studio album by American rapper and producer Kanye West.

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