Following in the footsteps of her musical father, North West — the eldest daughter of Kim Kardashian and Ye (Kanye West) — has announced she’s working on her debut album. The ten-year-old made the surprise announcement during Ye and Ty Dolla $ign’s listening party for their upcoming album Vultures 2 in Phoenix, Arizona.
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North took the stage with youthful confidence, announcing to the crowd, “I’ve been working on an album. And it’s called Elementary School Dropout.” The title is a clear homage to her father’s critically acclaimed 2004 debut album, The College Dropout, which launched him into superstardom.
But this isn’t North’s first foray into music. In February, she made her musical debut on the song “Talking” from the first instalment of her dad’s collaboration album with Ty Dolla $ign, Vultures. The song even charted on the Billboard Hot 100, making North one of the youngest artists to achieve that feat.
North’s announcement has sparked both excitement and debate. At 10 years old, she’s undeniably young for the music industry. However, child stars are nothing new in the entertainment world, and North certainly has the musical background and connections to potentially carve her own path. Whether Elementary School Dropout will be a full-length album or a shorter EP remains to be seen.
It’s also unclear what musical direction North will take. Given her age, the album is likely to explore themes relatable to a young audience. However, with her parents’ influence, it wouldn’t be surprising to hear a blend of pop and hip-hop with a dash of individuality.
North’s announcement also raises questions about the impact of social media and fame on children. Kim Kardashian is known for sharing aspects of her children’s lives online and on TV, and North already has a significant social media presence. It will be interesting to see how her parents navigate the challenges of balancing her burgeoning music career with a “normal” childhood.
But one thing’s for sure: North West’s entry into the music scene is sure to generate a lot of buzz! With her famous family lineage and her early musical steps, all eyes will be on Northie to see what kind of sound she brings to the table.
This story originally appeared on GRAZIA International.