It’s 2025, and against all odds, Kanye West and Taylor Swift are making headlines together once again. Just a day before the 2025 Grammy Awards—where Swift is up for six nominations—Ye made a bold move on Instagram, following only one person: Taylor Swift.
Yes, you read that correctly. More than 15 years after their unforgettable 2009 MTV VMAs incident, Kanye has found a way to link his story with Swift’s once more—and he’s making sure the world notices.
Kanye’s Instagram Move: What’s Going On?
On February 1, 2025, 47-year-old Kanye West made a bold statement by updating his Instagram following list to include just one person: 35-year-old Taylor Swift. If that wasn’t enough to spark speculation, he doubled down by drawing attention to it on his Instagram Stories and even sharing a news article about it on X (formerly Twitter)—complete with the signature 👀 emoji.
This isn’t a new tactic for Kanye. Over the years, he’s repeatedly wiped his following list, often opting to follow only one person at a time. While he currently follows just Elon Musk on X, his decision to single out Swift on Instagram has both fans and critics buzzing.
Ye’s Social Media Comeback
Kanye’s Instagram update came alongside a sudden burst of social media activity following a two-week break. In typical Ye fashion, he posted a series of bold statements, including:
“The world is so lucky to have me.”
“Damn. Just warming up. I’m rich. I can say whatever the f–k I want.”
“I do this for the broke me. Shout out to broke me this ones for you.”
Naturally, these posts have fueled speculation. Is Kanye deliberately stirring the pot ahead of the Grammys, or is this just another unfiltered moment from the ever-controversial artist?
Will Kanye and Taylor Cross Paths at the Grammys?
Kanye West is in the running for Best Rap Song at the 2025 Grammys for his track Carnival, featuring Ty Dolla $ign and other artists. However, it remains unclear whether he’ll actually attend the event.
Meanwhile, Taylor Swift is confirmed to be presenting an award, ensuring she’ll take center stage at some point during the ceremony. While the possibility of an unexpected encounter exists, their history suggests they’ll likely steer clear of each other.
The Ye-Taylor Saga: A Timeline of Feuds and Reconciliations
For those who need a refresher, here’s a look back at their infamous history:
2009 VMAs: Kanye interrupts Swift’s acceptance speech, declaring that Beyoncé deserved the award instead.
2016 “Famous” Controversy: Kanye releases Famous, featuring the lyric: “I feel like me and Taylor might still have sex / Why? I made that b**ch famous.” Swift publicly expresses her disapproval, reigniting tensions.
Kim Kardashian’s Snapchat Receipts: Kim shares video clips of Kanye and Taylor’s phone call, fueling debates over what was actually said.
Taylor’s Instagram Clapback: In response, Swift famously posts: “I would very much like to be excluded from this narrative, one that I have never asked to be a part of, since 2009.”
Where Do They Stand in 2025?
After years of feuds, reconciliations, and fresh controversies, Kanye’s latest social media move has once again put their names side by side in headlines. Whether he’s trying to reconnect, stir up publicity, or simply being Ye, one thing is certain—he knows how to get people talking.
As for Taylor? With a staggering $1.2 billion net worth and a record-breaking Eras Tour under her belt, she probably has more pressing matters than keeping track of her Instagram followers.
Still, one question lingers—will she respond?
