By Gwurld4026 
The Fallout from Kanye’s Critique of Beyoncé’s Mother
Kanye West has recently sparked controversy by sharing a series of cryptic messages involving Tina Knowles, Beyoncé’s mother. On February 24, 2025, West posted a peeled banana emoji on Instagram with the caption, “Tear that monkey up,” leaving fans puzzled. He later revealed a direct message from rapper The Game to Tina Knowles, which also featured the banana emoji.
This was followed by a preview of The Game’s new track titled “TINA,” which samples Knowles’ appearance in Jennifer Hudson’s “Spirit Tunnel.” In the song, The Game raps about his interactions with a “Destiny’s Child,” while West adds a provocative line. These posts have led to widespread speculation and criticism, with many questioning the intent and appropriateness of involving Tina Knowles in their promotional efforts.
This incident comes shortly after Tina Knowles addressed a social media mishap in December 2024, where her account “liked” a post about allegations against her son-in-law, Jay-Z. She clarified that her account was hacked and expressed frustration over the misunderstanding.
The recent actions by West and The Game have reignited discussions about the boundaries of personal and professional relationships in the music industry, especially concerning the use of suggestive imagery and messages involving family members of fellow artists.
