Kanye West was born on June 8, 1977, in Atlanta, Georgia. His parents divorced when he was 3 years old, and he would go on to live with his mother in Chicago. West's mom worked as a professor, while his dad was a photojournalist. At a young age, West showed an interest in music and fashion. He began rapping in the early 1990s, and released his first album, 'The College Dropout,' in 2004. The album was a huge success, and won several Grammy Awards. West has since released several more albums, and has become one of the most popular musicians in the world. He is also known for his outspoken nature, and has been involved in a number of controversial moments.