Azealia Banks Urges Taylor Swift to Strike Back at Kanye West Over Outrageous Threesome Claims
On April 10, 2025, Kanye West, now known as Ye, ignited a firestorm with a since-deleted X post claiming that Taylor Swift engaged in a threesome with Justin Bieber and Harry Styles, calling their alleged exclusion of him “racist.”
The explicit and unverified allegations, part of a broader social media rant, drew sharp criticism from rapper Azealia Banks, who urged Swift to take decisive action against West. Banks’ fiery response, coupled with reports of Swift issuing a cease-and-desist letter, has reignited public focus on the long-standing feud between Swift and West, while dragging Bieber and Styles into the controversy.
Kanye West’s Provocative Claims
In a series of inflammatory X posts, West alleged, “Justin Bieber and Harry Styles fucked Taylor Swift from both sides and didn’t call me. Oh I forgot. I can’t hold water. ON EVERYTHIIING THIS TWEET IS ONE THOUSAND PERCENT TRUE.” He further wrote, “I KNOW TAYLOR LIKE HOW THE FUCK HE KNOW THAT,” and expressed frustration at not having been intimate with Swift, adding, “IM MAD I HAVENT FUCKED TAYLOR SWIFT … YET.”
These graphic, baseless claims, posted on April 10, 2025, were part of a broader tirade targeting multiple celebrities, including Jay-Z, Beyoncé, and Madonna. West’s posts, which he claimed were an attempt to break a world record for X activity, were widely condemned for their explicit nature and racial undertones.
Azealia Banks’ Call to Action
Azealia Banks, known for her outspoken commentary, responded vehemently on X, urging Swift to confront West. “Omg when is Miss Taylor just going to get this f*ooot bitcccchh,” Banks wrote, accusing West of exploiting Swift’s reluctance to engage to avoid accusations of racism. “TAYLOR snatch this shoe boot wearing na out the socket. I promise no one will give you backlash about being racist just because he’s black and ashy …
UGH, I know she spares his black ass so much because she’s not wanting to deal with some backwards scrutiny.” Banks further framed her support as solidarity with “black girls he steals from,” referencing West’s history of controversial behavior. Her post, while provocative, reflects her ongoing criticism of West, as seen in earlier 2022 comments where she accused him of trying to “embarrass and abuse” others publicly.
Taylor Swift’s Legal Response
According to a Daily Mail report, Swift, 35, responded to West’s defamatory claims by issuing a cease-and-desist letter, labeling the posts “false, defamatory, and amounting to sexual harassment.” A source told the outlet, “This time he has gone too far. This isn’t just [West] gossiping.
This is [West] sexually harassing a woman, defaming her and intending to cause harm to her and to her career.” Swift’s boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce, is reportedly furious and wants to confront West “man to man.” Sources close to Bieber and Styles have also denied the allegations, with a Bieber insider calling them “100 percent untrue” and Styles’ camp offering support for Swift, stating, “Harry finds Ye’s words so disrespectful.
This never happened.” Neither Swift, Bieber, nor Styles have publicly commented on the claims, but Swift’s legal action signals a firm stance against West’s behavior.
Context of the Feud
The Swift-West feud dates back to 2009 when West interrupted Swift’s MTV Video Music Awards acceptance speech, claiming Beyoncé deserved the award. Tensions escalated in 2016 with West’s song “Famous,” which included the lyric, “I made that b**ch famous,” prompting a public dispute over whether Swift approved the line.
Kim Kardashian’s release of a partial phone call appeared to contradict Swift’s denial, fueling further controversy. Swift addressed the feud in her 2017 album Reputation, with tracks like “Look What You Made Me Do” and “This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things.” West’s 2025 claims also reference Swift’s past rumored relationship with Styles (2012-2013) and her public fallout with Bieber over his support for Scooter Braun in 2019, adding layers to the controversy.
Public and Industry Reaction
West’s posts sparked outrage online, with X users condemning his remarks as sexual harassment and calling for accountability. One user wrote, “Why are we just ignoring that Kanye West sexually harassed Harry along with Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber? This man should be in jail.”
Another stated, “Kanye is unhinged,” siding with Swift despite not being a fan. Banks’ support for Swift echoes her earlier defense in September 2024, when she urged Swift to “sue [West] for loads of cash” over prior harassment, reflecting a pattern of advocacy. The controversy has also drawn attention to West’s mental health, with some X users expressing concern while others demand he face consequences.
Implications and Ongoing Developments
West’s allegations, made without evidence, have not only reignited his feud with Swift but also entangled Bieber and Styles, both of whom have distanced themselves from the claims. The controversy underscores West’s pattern of provocative behavior, which has included recent attacks on other celebrities and a lawsuit from Donna Summer’s estate.
Swift’s legal action, if pursued, could set a precedent for addressing defamatory social media posts by high-profile figures. As of July 15, 2025, the situation remains unresolved, with no public statements from the artists involved, but the public and media scrutiny continues to intensify.
