John Legend has responded to Kanye West’s saying that he smells like mashed potatoes.
Back in March, West made the remarks while speaking to Akademiks dressed in an all-black ensemble reminiscent of KKK attire.
“They say he smells like mashed potatoes,” West said at the time. “I don’t know where I got this from.”
Appearing on HOT97’s Ebro in the Morning this week, Legend spoke about his former collaborator throwing shade at him.
“He was very obsessed with the sweaters, and he said I smell like mashed potatoes,” Legend said. “What kind of potatoes? Cheesy, garlic?. … All of it makes me sad, though. All of it does. And it’s not for me because obviously, I smell great.”
Elsewhere in the interview, Legend recalled working with West before they both had breakthrough success, and the Chicago rapper/producer had “so much energy and creativity and optimism.” He also noted the difference in West’s behavior and persona today.
“Being a part of that was inspiring,” Legend recalled. “It was truly inspiring. That’s why it’s sad now. We did amazing things together as a collective, as a movement. … To be part of that was amazing. I have no regrets. Even though he’s gone, like, completely left now, I’m so glad that we did what we did together.”
Along with the response to West, the EGOT winner is celebrating the 20th anniversary of his classic debut, Get Lifted, with a world tour. Legend shared the exciting news with his followers in March.
“I’m so excited to announce that I’m heading back on the road for the Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour! Join me and my band for an unforgettable performance of the entire Get Lifted album—the album that introduced me to the world—plus a few favorites from my career that *all of you* know and love,” Legend shared at the time.
After touring the European leg, Legend will be performing live throughout North America.
