Socialite and TV personality Amber Rose recently opened up about her past relationship with Kanye West during an episode of Club Shay Shay, the popular podcast hosted by three-time Super Bowl champion Shannon Sharpe. While their relationship ended in 2010, Kanye remains a frequent topic of discussion, particularly for his influence over his partners’ fashion choices.
When asked whether Kanye’s current wife dresses the way she does by choice or at his direction, Amber wasted no time in responding. “Of course, Kanye dresses her like that. He did the same thing to me and Kim Kardashian. That’s just Kanye,” she stated.
Amber went on to reveal the reasoning behind Kanye’s insistence on controlling his partners’ style. According to her, the rapper enjoys making his women objects of desire, ensuring that other men envy him. “He wants other men to desire his woman. It makes him happy to see men drooling over her,” she explained.
While some may view Kanye’s influence as a sign of devotion, Amber shared that it often made her uncomfortable. To counteract his controlling tendencies, she would secretly wear his oversized clothing instead of the revealing outfits he chose for her.
Their relationship began when Kanye flew Amber to his home under the pretense of featuring her in a music video. However, instead of filming, he took her on lavish dates and convinced her to stay with him. “He told me not to worry about clothes or anything. He bought me everything I needed brand new, so I left everything back at home just to be with him,” she recalled.
The relationship lasted two years before ending as Kanye reportedly refocused on his music career. In the years following their breakup, Amber has spoken about the emotional toll of their time together, alleging that she endured bullying from the rapper post-split.
More recently, Amber has suggested that Kanye needs a strong maternal figure to guide him through his struggles. “He needs someone who truly loves him to help him navigate his issues,” she stated, hinting at the lasting impact of his mother’s passing on his personal and emotional well-being.
