Instagram/Kanye West TV Kanye West testifies in 'Hurricane' copyright trial, giving terse replies and silent stares before opening up about his musical inspiration. May 7, 2026 AceShowbiz - Kanye West took the witness stand on Wednesday during a highly publicized copyright trial in downtown Los Angeles concerning an early version of his Grammy-winning track "Hurricane." During the proceedings, the artist, now known as Ye, appeared visibly frustrated.