In a revealing new GQ profile, Clipse—the Virginia-bred duo of Pusha T and No Malice—discuss their long-awaited reunion and upcoming album Let God Sort Em Out, set to drop July 11 via Roc Nation.
The interview peels back the layers behind the album’s creation, industry drama, and relationships with figures like Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar, and Drake.
Kendrick Lamar’s feature on “Chains & Whips” triggered tensions within Universal Music Group (UMG), with executives pushing for his verse to be censored or cut. Pusha T refused, which reportedly led to UMG cutting ties with Clipse—despite Pusha still being signed as a solo artist.
This move paved the way for their Roc Nation deal and confirmed the group’s independence from former label politics.
Their fallout with Kanye West dates back to the Donda sessions, where Pusha felt isolated amid Ye’s increasingly erratic behavior.
Though Kanye played a role in reconnecting the brothers creatively, Pusha said he no longer respects him, calling Ye’s actions weak and accusing him of hiding behind a mask both literally and metaphorically. “He knows I don’t think he’s a man,” Push said bluntly.
Pusha also revisited his beef with Drake, revealing how the ongoing lawsuit over Kendrick’s diss “Not Like Us” reminded him of how Drake and UMG allegedly suppressed “The Story of Adidon” and his verses on other records back in 2018. Pusha called out the litigation, saying it cheapens the art, and stated he no longer rates Drake beyond the music.
Jim Jones also caught heat, particularly for his alignment with Drake and repeated shots at Pusha in interviews. Pusha’s response comes in the form of direct bars on the Kendrick-assisted track, describing every line as “my true heart.” Despite Jones returning fire, Push didn’t feel the need to escalate.
Finally, the duo hinted at a potential Jay-Z feature, which would mark another legendary collaboration following “Drug Dealers Anonymous” and “Neck & Wrist.” While unconfirmed, the move aligns with their new label partnership under Hov’s Roc Nation.
With Pharrell handling all production and the Clipse firing on all cylinders, Let God Sort Em Out is shaping up to be one of the year’s most anticipated releases, packed with lyrical sharpness, personal revelations, and a renewed hunger that hasn’t dulled in 16 years.
