On March 15, 2025, Kanye West released a new song titled “Lonely Roads Still Go to Sunshine,” featuring his 11-year-old daughter North West, along with Sean “Diddy” Combs, Diddy’s son King Combs, and musician Jasmine Williams.
The track premiered on West’s X (formerly Twitter) account, quickly gaining attention due to its high-profile collaborations and the controversy surrounding its release.
Song Details and Emotional Opening
The song begins with an emotionally charged recorded phone conversation between West and Diddy, in which Diddy expresses his gratitude toward West for looking after his children.
“I wanna just thank you so much for just taking care of my kids, man. Ain’t nobody reach out to them, ain’t nobody call them,” Diddy says.
West responds warmly, saying,
“Absolutely, I love you so much, man. You raised me. Even when I ain’t know you, know what I’m saying?”
North West’s Debut Verse
A standout moment in the track is North West’s brief rap verse, where she confidently delivers the line,
“When you see me shining, then you see the light.”
This marks another step in North’s budding music career, following her previous appearances in West’s “Vultures” album.
Kim Kardashian’s Legal Attempt to Block the Release
The song’s release has not been without controversy. Reports reveal that Kim Kardashian attempted to prevent the song from being published by trademarking North West’s name in an effort to legally restrict her daughter’s involvement.
This led to a heated exchange between Kardashian and West. West reportedly told Kardashian,
“I’m never speaking with you again,” while Kardashian justified her actions by saying, “I sent paperwork over so she wouldn’t be in the Diddy song to protect her. One person has to trademark!”
The Diddy Controversy and Kanye’s Public Defense
Adding further controversy, West has publicly defended Diddy, who is currently facing serious federal sex trafficking charges and is being held in custody while awaiting trial.
West’s support for Diddy has drawn heavy backlash, given the allegations against the music mogul.
This comes on top of West’s history of making controversial statements, including his past praise of Adolf Hitler and refusal to apologize for anti-Semitic remarks.
A Song with High Stakes and Public Drama
Despite the personal and legal drama surrounding it, “Lonely Roads Still Go to Sunshine” has generated major public interest, with many fans closely watching the unfolding tension between West and Kardashian over their daughter’s involvement in the music industry.
West’s decision to involve North—despite Kardashian’s opposition and legal maneuvering—has reignited discussions about celebrity parenting, artistic freedom, and the ethics of involving children in high-profile entertainment projects.
