Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Icon turned political pawn

Icon turned political pawn

Jake Mireles, Assistant Opinion Editor October 31, 2022

In recent weeks, controversy has surrounded the songwriter, fashion designer and former billionaire Ye — formerly known as Kanye West — over his heinous claims across many forms of media about the...

Kanye wearing his MAGA hat

Wake up Mr. West

Adrianne Kristianto November 1, 2018

Rapper. Record producer. Fashion designer. Entrepreneur. Misunderstood. While everyone’s mind is racing in fear for this nation’s condition, Kanye West – a pillar in today’s hip-hop and rap world...

Hold up, the Grammy’s don’t love you like we love you

Jessica Salinas February 23, 2017

Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” was one of the most culturally significant albums of 2016—unparalleled in its social impact. Beyoncé retains her mega-star status while her work speaks meaningfully to minorities...

Life playlist

December 10, 2015

Commuting: “Nightcall” – Kavinsky You might recognize this song as the title track from Nicolas Winding Refn’s film “Drive,” and — ironically — that’s exactly what it’s...

Award shows are useless

Jakob Lopez September 1, 2015

Kanye West did it again. At the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards (VMA’s), the provocative Chicago-raised artist yet again befuddled the world with his spontaneity. Many will remember, the 21-time...

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