Ye Albums Ranked: Vote and Rank All 11 Kanye West Studio Albums
Ye albums ranked by you starts here. Across two decades, the artist now known as Ye has released 11 commercially available solo studio albums, ten of which reached number one on the Billboard 200. Instead of handing you a fixed list, use the tool below to rank all 11 albums from the soul-sampled debut to his 2026 record Bully in the order you love them.
Ye, born Kanye Omari West in Atlanta and raised in Chicago, changed his legal name to Ye in 2021. The list below counts only his standard commercial studio albums. His 2022 project Donda 2 is left out because it was released as a Stem Player hardware exclusive, never hit streaming services, and did not chart. Collaborative albums such as Watch the Throne and the Vultures series are also outside this ranking.
How to rank the Ye albums yourself
Every entry in the tool below covers one of Ye 11 studio albums, with the background you need to make the call: release year, chart peak and certification. Rank them in the order that matches your own taste, then scroll down for context on each record and a chart-by-chart breakdown.
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Bully (2026)
His newest solo album, released March 28, 2026. Debuted at number two with 152,000 equivalent album units, held off by BTS.
Donda (2021)
A 27-track epic named after his late mother, rolled out through arena listening events. Reached number one, certified platinum.
Jesus Is King (2019)
His full pivot to gospel, tied to his Sunday Service performances. Topped the Billboard 200 and four genre charts at once, certified gold.
ye (2018)
A tight, seven-track album recorded in Wyoming and centered on mental health. His eighth number-one album, certified platinum.
The Life of Pablo (2016)
A sprawling, constantly updated living album anchored by Ultralight Beam. First album to hit number one on streaming strength alone, 3x platinum.
Yeezus (2013)
His most abrasive and minimalist record, built on industrial noise and tracks like Black Skinhead. Debuted at number one, 2x platinum.
My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (2010)
Widely called his magnum opus, with maximalist production and the centerpiece Runaway. Debuted at number one, 3x platinum.
808s & Heartbreak (2008)
The auto-tuned, grief-driven album that traded rapping for singing and reshaped the next decade of hip-hop and R&B. Debuted at number one, 3x platinum.
Graduation (2007)
His stadium-sized pivot toward electronic and pop textures, powered by Stronger. Sold about 957,000 copies in its first week and is his best-selling album at 7x platinum.
Late Registration (2005)
A richer, orchestral follow-up made with composer Jon Brion, home to the chart-topping Gold Digger. His first number-one album, 5x platinum.
The College Dropout (2004)
The debut that rewrote mainstream rap, built on sped-up soul samples and songs like Through the Wire and Jesus Walks. Peaked at number two on the Billboard 200, 4x platinum.
Ye albums at a glance
| Album | Year | Billboard 200 peak | RIAA |
|---|---|---|---|
| The College Dropout | 2004 | 2 | 4x Platinum |
| Late Registration | 2005 | 1 | 5x Platinum |
| Graduation | 2007 | 1 | 7x Platinum |
| 808s & Heartbreak | 2008 | 1 | 3x Platinum |
| My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy | 2010 | 1 | 3x Platinum |
| Yeezus | 2013 | 1 | 2x Platinum |
| The Life of Pablo | 2016 | 1 | 3x Platinum |
| ye | 2018 | 1 | Platinum |
| Jesus Is King | 2019 | 1 | Gold |
| Donda | 2021 | 1 | Platinum |
| Bully | 2026 | 2 | — |
Note: Donda 2 (2022) is excluded because it was a Stem Player exclusive that never reached streaming and did not chart.
What do critics say is the best Ye album?
My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy is the most common critic pick, topping polls since its 2010 release, with The College Dropout, Late Registration and Graduation as its closest rivals. That is critical consensus, not the last word: use the ranking tool above to build your own order. For more, see our Ye artist hub and our coverage of the Bully deluxe tracklist.
How many albums does Ye have?
Ye has released 11 commercially available solo studio albums, from The College Dropout in 2004 to Bully in 2026, plus the non-charting Donda 2. He has also released collaborative albums including Watch the Throne with Jay-Z, Kids See Ghosts with Kid Cudi, and Vultures 1 and Vultures 2 with Ty Dolla Sign as YZY. Explore his catalog on Spotify or track his chart history at Billboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I rank the Ye albums myself?
Use the interactive ranking tool on this page. Each of Ye 11 studio albums is listed with its release year, chart peak and certification. Put them in the order that matches your own taste.
What is the best Ye album according to critics?
My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy is the most common critic pick for best Ye album. Released in 2010, it debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and is certified 3x platinum. Its closest rivals are The College Dropout and Graduation.
How many studio albums does Ye have?
Ye has 11 commercially released solo studio albums, from The College Dropout in 2004 to Bully in 2026. A 12th project, Donda 2 in 2022, was a Stem Player hardware exclusive that never reached streaming and did not chart.
Which Ye album sold the most?
Graduation in 2007 is Ye best-selling album, certified 7x platinum. It sold about 957,000 copies in its first week, beating 50 Cent Curtis in a widely publicized sales battle released on the same day.
What was Kanye West first number one album?
Late Registration in 2005 was Kanye West first number-one album on the Billboard 200. His debut, The College Dropout in 2004, had peaked at number two the year before.
Is Bully a new Ye album?
Yes. Bully is Ye 2026 solo studio album, released March 28, 2026. It debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 with 152,000 equivalent album units and later received a deluxe edition.
