Pusha T Says Dispute Over Kendrick Lamar Verse Led to Expensive Def Jam Exit
Briefly

Pusha T recently discussed his departure from Def Jam Recordings, attributing it to the label's insistence that he censor a verse by Kendrick Lamar on a new Clipse song. Despite having three albums left on his contract, Pusha refused to compromise on artistic integrity, leading to a costly exit. His new album, 'Let God Sort Em Out,' is set to be released with Jay-Z's Roc Nation. Pusha's manager, Steven Victor, supported his decision, questioning Def Jam's rationale behind the censorship demands.
Pusha T expressed his departure from Def Jam was due to the label's insistence on censoring Kendrick Lamar's verse on a new Clipse song.
Steven Victor stated that Def Jam's concerns about a controversial line led them to demand changes to Kendrick's verse, which Pusha T rejected.
Victor revealed Pusha T had to pay seven figures to exit his contract, despite having three albums remaining with Def Jam.
Pusha T's new album 'Let God Sort Em Out' will be released in partnership with Jay-Z's Roc Nation after parting ways with Def Jam.
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