Kanye West is once again making headlines with a bold statement, this time involving his former close friends, Jay-Z and Beyoncé. The controversial rapper has declared that he will only apologize to the music power couple if they assist him in getting his children back from the Kardashian family.

Kanye West and Jay-Z were once one of the most iconic duos in hip-hop, collaborating on legendary projects like Watch the Throne. However, their friendship took a hit over the years, with tensions rising due to personal and professional differences. Meanwhile, Beyoncé and Kim Kardashian never shared a particularly close relationship, which further distanced the two families.

Despite the friction, Kanye now appears to be extending an olive branch—on one condition. He wants Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s help in what he claims is a battle for custody over his children with Kim Kardashian.

Kanye’s relationship with the Kardashians has been a turbulent one, especially following his high-profile divorce from Kim Kardashian. He has repeatedly accused the reality TV mogul and her family of keeping him away from his children—North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm.

In a series of past social media outbursts, Kanye expressed frustration over his alleged lack of control in parenting decisions. From disputes about his kids attending private school to his concerns over their exposure to social media, he has consistently voiced grievances about Kim’s influence.

Now, it seems Kanye believes that Jay-Z and Beyoncé—two of the most influential figures in the industry—could help him regain more access to his children.

So far, neither Jay-Z nor Beyoncé has commented on Kanye’s latest remarks. The couple has largely stayed out of Kanye’s ongoing personal battles, choosing to remain private about their relationship with him.

Given their history, it seems unlikely that they would get involved in Kanye’s custody issues. However, the rapper’s plea suggests that he still sees their influence as powerful enough to sway his ongoing battle with Kim Kardashian.

This latest statement is just one in a long line of controversies involving Kanye West. Over the past few years, he has sparked outrage with comments about everything from politics to race relations. His erratic public behavior has led many to question whether his statements should be taken seriously or whether they are simply another attempt to stay in the spotlight.

Whatever the case, one thing is certain—Kanye West knows how to keep the world talking. Whether Jay-Z and Beyoncé will respond remains to be seen, but for now, the drama surrounding Ye, the Kardashians, and his children is far from over.