Diddy unaware Kanye recorded and leaked their jail video call
What's the story
Sean Combs, popularly known as Diddy, was reportedly blindsided by Ye recording their jail call and using it in his latest song, Lonely Roads Still Go to Sunshine. The video of the call, reportedly recorded by Ye, emerged on The Shade Room's Instagram. Diddy has been behind bars at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, New York, since September 16, 2024, facing multiple charges including sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation for prostitution.
Call details
Diddy's call with Ye revealed personal details
During the leaked call, Diddy thanked Ye for looking after his children and spoke frankly about his stint in jail. He revealed no one had contacted him since his arrest. A source close to Diddy told The New York Post that he didn't know Ye recorded the call or its use in his new song.
Legal proceedings
Diddy's legal troubles and upcoming trial
Diddy's legal woes have deepened with the US Attorney's Office slapping more charges of forced labor and assault onto his existing case. His trial is scheduled for May 5 for his sex trafficking and racketeering charges. The source also hinted that Diddy became the "collateral damage" in Ye's ongoing feud with Kim Kardashian, Ye's former wife.
Family feud
Tensions rise with the inclusion of Ye's daughter's vocals
The song also features vocals by Ye's daughter, North West (11), which has further stoked tensions with Kardashian. Kardashian tried to stop the release; failing which, she is now reportedly pursuing sole custody of their children. These developments have further complicated the personal tensions involving West and Kardashian.