Pusha T Was "Devastated" By Pharrell's Criticism But Praised Him For Being Honest

Pharrell had reservations about "Hear Me Clearly," but later, the he flew Pusha to Miami where they worked on the first half of the rapper's new album.

BYErika Marie
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Hip Hop has been thoroughly enjoying Pusha T's collaboration with NIGO since its release at the top of Friday (March 4) morning. The acclaimed rapper beasted his way through "Hear Me Clearly," a track that's slated for inclusion on NIGO's forthcoming album, I Know NIGO, and Pusha resurfaced on Instagram to share a bit of insight about the development of the song.

It's common in the music industry to send a song to a famous friend for review, and Pusha has many to choose from. Longtime friend and collaborator Pharrell Williams listened to the single prior to its release, but it seems as if he had reservations.

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Pusha T is currently working on his new album and this interaction with Pharrell was the catalyst for him to work harder.

"Fun Fact: @pharrell heard this song and told me 'it’s cool, but I don’t want you to be a mixtape rapper for the rest of your life.' I was devastated. He then flew me to Miami and proceeded to produce the first half of the best album of the year. Moral of the story…always 'push' your friends to be greater, even when they’re the greatest."

It's clear that Pusha appreciated his friend's honesty. Check it out below.




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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.