Nick Cave has defended his "fondness" for Kanye West's music following the rapper's recent antisemitism controversy. The Australian singer-songwriter revealed in late January that he wanted the rapper's song I Am A God to be played at his funeral.

Nick Cave is standing firm on his admiration for Kanye West's music, even as the rapper continues to stir controversy with his inflammatory remarks and actions. The legendary Australian singer-songwriter addressed his stance in response to a fan letter on his Red Hand Files blog,