Clipse
Clipse is a gangsta rap group from Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Virginia brothers Pusha T and No Malice, whose cold, precise coke rap over Neptunes beats became a 2000s classic.
Who are Clipse?
Clipse is a duo from Virginia Beach, Virginia, made up of the brothers Pusha T and No Malice (Gene Thornton). They were discovered by Pharrell Williams of The Neptunes.
Known for
Lord Willin' (2002) with "Grindin'" and "When the Last Time", and Hell Hath No Fury (2006), a critics' favourite. After a long break they returned with Let God Sort Em Out (2025).
Style
Cold, detailed drug-dealing tales with sharp wordplay, over The Neptunes' minimal, percussive beats.
Impact
"Grindin'" and Hell Hath No Fury set a standard for lyrical street rap in the 2000s. Pusha T built a successful solo career from there.
Clipse: quick answers
What genre is Clipse?
Clipse’s music falls under Gangsta Rap. Clipse is part of Southern hip-hop, with the most important work in the 2000s and 2020s.
Where do Clipse come from?
Clipse comes from Virginia Beach, Virginia.
When did Clipse start?
Clipse has been active since 1992.
Which artists are similar to Clipse?
If you like Clipse, listen to N.E.R.D., Jay-Z, Freddie Gibbs, Run The Jewels and Kanye West.
