Kanye Omari West (pronounced kɑnjɛj) (born June 8, 1977) is a 9 time Grammy Award-winning American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, fashion designer, and entrepreneur. He released his debut album The College Dropout in 2004, his second album Late Registration in 2005, and his third album Graduation in 2007. His first three albums have received numerous awards, critical acclaim, and commercial success. West also runs his own record label GOOD Music. West's mascot and trademark is "Dropout Bear," a teddy bear which has appeared on the covers of his three albums as well as the singles "Stronger" and "Homecoming".