Playboi Carti Puts Ye on Blast for Allegedly Using Unauthorized Sample on ‘Alive’: ‘Dis My Song Lil Bra’

In a dramatic turn of events, Playboi Carti has publicly accused Kanye West (Ye) of stealing his song, “Alive,” which features YoungBoy Never Broke Again. The track, released on May 21, 2025, has sparked controversy due to its use of a sample from Carti’s 2023 song “Crank,” leading to a feud between the two artists.

The Dispute Unfolds

The controversy began when Ye shared “Alive” on his Instagram, crediting it as a collaboration with YoungBoy Never Broke Again and promoting it alongside his YZY SZN 10 fashion line. The song prominently features a sample of DJ Swamp Izzo’s “Alive!” ad-lib from Carti’s track “Crank,” which was not cleared by Carti.

Shortly after Ye’s post, Carti responded by uploading his own version of the song to his finsta (fake Instagram account), with the caption “DIS MY SONG LIL BRA @ye.” In his version, Carti removed Ye’s vocals and added his own verse, asserting ownership of the track. The accompanying visualizer included references to YoungBoy, who had recently been released from federal prison, and featured stylized text in Impact font, reminiscent of Ye’s aesthetic.

Background of the Sample

The sample in question originates from Carti’s 2023 song “Crank,” which includes DJ Swamp Izzo’s “Alive!” ad-lib. Ye’s “Alive” track incorporates this sample without Carti’s permission, leading to the current dispute. The song’s production, handled by F1lthy, combines industrial trap elements with minimalistic bass, creating a chaotic and layered soundscape. Carti’s guttural vocal style and YoungBoy’s energetic flows contribute to the track’s intense energy.

Previous Tensions Between Ye and Carti

This incident is not the first time Ye and Carti have clashed. In March 2025, Ye announced the cancellation of a joint album with Carti after alleging that he was blocked from appearing on Carti’s album Music. Ye claimed that “Jewish business” interests prevented his involvement, a statement that fueled further tensions between the two artists. Carti responded with a single tweet on X (formerly Twitter), simply stating “STFU,” which garnered significant attention and led to a series of retaliatory posts from Ye .

The Fallout and Industry Reactions

The unauthorized use of the sample has raised questions about copyright clearance and artistic integrity. Ye has a history of using samples without proper clearance, as seen in his 2024 album Bully, which included unapproved samples from artists like Pomme . The “Alive” incident adds to this pattern and may have legal implications for Ye.

The feud between Ye and Carti has also drawn attention from other artists and fans, highlighting the complexities of collaboration and ownership in the music industry. As the situation develops, it remains to be seen how it will impact the careers of both artists and the broader music community.