The Return of Clipse: A High-Stakes Comeback

After a 16-year break, the hip-hop duo Clipse, consisting of Pusha T and No Malice, has officially returned with their fourth album, Let God Sort Em Out, scheduled for release on July 11, 2025, via Roc Nation. The album, produced entirely by Pharrell Williams, features gritty lyricism and collaborations with stars like Kendrick Lamar, Nas, and John Legend.

The duo previewed new music during a recent listening event in Paris, revealing a track featuring Nas, who delivers a powerful verse in support of Clipse. This inclusion underscores the group’s focus on authentic artistry, especially as they confront recent diss tracks. Jim Jones, the veteran Dipset leader, publicly dissed Pusha and Malice, dismissing them as overrated and not “Top 50” material. Clipse responded fiercely, with Malice unleashing sharp lines that reaffirm their unity and lyrical prowess.

One notable moment was Malice’s direct reference to Jones in a bar that also addresses Nas’s relevance, responding to Jim Jones’s previous comments about Nas’s significance. Jones retaliated with a music video dissing Pusha and Malice, calling their work “garbage” and mocking Malice’s lifestyle, fueling an intense rap beef that fans see as a battle over legacy and respect.

The feud carries symbolic weight: Nas’s feature on a Clipse track signals artistic prestige, while Jim Jones’s criticisms appear rooted in envy over Clipse’s collaborations with elite artists. Malice’s evolution from street rapper to spiritual lyricist has strengthened Clipse’s message of balanced artistry, combining nostalgia with spiritual themes.

Industry insiders view this exchange as more than just personal beef—it’s a statement about credibility and relevance in hip-hop. With Pharrell’s support and upcoming tour plans, Clipse aims to reestablish themselves at the forefront of the rap scene. Fans and critics alike are watching, eager to see if this historic rivalry will elevate Clipse’s legacy and influence in the genre.