Kanye is reportedly penning an emotional tribute to Bowie (Picture: Rick Kern/Getty Images for Samsung)

He paid tribute to David Bowie when the music icon’s death was announced last week – and now Kanye West is said to be planning a Bowie tribute album to honour the late star’s legacy.

The rapper is believed to have been recording his own inimitable take on Bowie classics such as Rebel, Rebel, Heroes and Changes.

It’s thought that the album will consist of a mix of straight covers of Bowie’s songs – alongside Kanye’s own take on the tracks.

David Bowie was one of my most important inspirations, so fearless, so creative, he gave us magic for a lifetime. — KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) January 11, 2016

A source told the Daily Star: ‘Some are straightforward cover versions with Kanye actually singing. On others he is rapping with his own lyrics over Bowie’s music.’




Other claims in the report say that Kanye views himself as a spiritual successor to Bowie for musical innovation and reinvention.

One of the last photographs taken of David Bowie before his death

‘He is determined to carry on David’s work as a musical innovator. He says that the torch has been passed to him.’

Big talk from Kanye – but we’re interested to hear the results anyway.

The report comes shortly after Kanye surprised fans yesterday by releasing new track No More Parties in LA – a collaboration with Kendrick Lamar.

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