Yeezy took the stage for a live performance of “Blood on the Leaves” from his Yeezus LP. Below, is the photo he used as the backdrop with further explanation as to why he chose it.

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This Tree Was Used For Lynching

Those Who Were Murdered Are Buried In The Ground Around The Tree

Blood On The Leaves

Shortly after his performance, Kim Kardashian received a bit of backlash for voicing her opinion:

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Stand up for your man, shorty.