Kanye West defends ‘Eazy’ video, claims ‘art is protected as freedom of speech’

Kanye West has been all over the headlines since he released latest music video Eazy. The rapper recently received massive backlash online for the video, depicting violence against his ex Kim Kardashian’s boyfriend Pete Davidson.

While netizens termed the video disturbing, the Donda star has turned to his social media handle to defend his ‘art.’

On Sunday, West, 44, issued an statement, defending his ‘art’ by calling it an expression and explained how it wasn't meant to cause any ill harm.

In his Instagram post, West wrote, "Art is therapy just like this view."

"Art is protected as freedom of speech. art inspires and simplifies the world. Art is not a proxy for any ill or harm. Any suggestion otherwise about my art is false and mal intended," he added.

The disturbing video quickly drew criticism on social media, with several stars publicly defending the Saturday Night Live comedian. Filmmaker James Gunn also tweeted that Davidson is "one of the nicest, sweetest guys I know" and a "truly generous, tender & funny spirit."

The SKIMS founder, 41, who has been dating Davidson since November, also subtly showed her support by "liking" James' tweet.