Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Pusha T
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Pusha T made an impact.
Terrence LeVarr Thornton, known as Pusha T, is an American rapper notable for his role in the hip hop duo Clipse, formed with his brother Malice. From 1994 to 2010, Clipse gained recognition after Pharrell Williams signed them to Star Trak Entertainment in 2001. The duo released three studio albums, including 'Lord Willin'' (2002), which featured hit singles like "Grindin'" and "When the Last Time," solidifying their place in hip hop.
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1999: Appearance on Kelis's "Good Stuff"
In 1999, Pusha T, then known as Terrar, appeared on Kelis's single "Good Stuff" due to his relationship with The Neptunes, who produced the song.
2001: Appearance on Nivea's "Run Away (I Wanna Be with U)"
In 2001, Pusha T appeared on Nivea's single "Run Away (I Wanna Be with U)" thanks to his relationship with The Neptunes, who produced the song.
2001: Clipse signs with Arista Records
In early 2001, Pharrell Williams signed Clipse to Arista Records through his Star Trak imprint.
July 30, 2002: "Grindin'" Peaks on Billboard Hot 100
On July 30, 2002, Clipse's "Grindin'" peaked at number 30 on the Billboard Hot 100.
May 9, 2006: Clipse Reaches Agreement with Jive Records
On May 9, 2006, Clipse reached an agreement with Jive Records to release their album Hell Hath No Fury through both Re-Up and Jive.
May 19, 2007: Clipse Released from Jive Contract
In a May 19, 2007, interview with Eye Weekly, Clipse revealed that they had been officially released from any contractual obligations with Jive.
October 26, 2007: Clipse Signs with Columbia Records
On October 26, 2007, Clipse signed with Columbia Records after being released from their contract with Jive.
September 12, 2010: Pusha T Performs at the MTV Video Music Awards
On September 12, 2010, Pusha T made his first appearance as a member of GOOD Music roster on Kanye West's "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy", appearing on his hit "Runaway" and premiering the song with him at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards.
December 16, 2010: Pusha T Signs Management Deal with NUE Agency
On December 16, 2010, Pusha T signed an exclusive management deal with NUE Agency.
October 19, 2011: Kanye West Announces GOOD Music Album
On October 19, 2011, Kanye West announced plans for a Spring 2012 GOOD Music album via Twitter, featuring all artists from the label.
April 2013: King Push album announcement
In April 2013, Pusha T revealed in an interview with AskMen that he would begin working on his second album, titled King Push, shortly after his debut album was released.
July 16, 2013: My Name Is My Name album release delayed
On July 16, 2013, Pusha T's album, My Name Is My Name, was initially scheduled for release but was later pushed back to October.
October 8, 2013: My Name Is My Name album released
On October 8, 2013, Pusha T's debut studio album, My Name Is My Name, was released featuring guest appearances from various artists and production from Kanye West and others. The album debuted at number 4 on the US Billboard 200, selling 74,000 copies in its first week.
November 19, 2014: "Lunch Money" single release
On November 19, 2014, Pusha T released a standalone single titled "Lunch Money," which was produced by Kanye West.
December 2014: King Push album release planned
In December 2014, Pusha T planned to release King Push in the Spring of 2015.
May 2015: King Push album release delayed
In May 2015, Pusha T announced that the release of his album King Push would be pushed back to June.
November 9, 2015: Pusha T appointed president of GOOD Music
On November 9, 2015, Pusha T was appointed the new president of GOOD Music.
November 12, 2015: "Untouchable" single release
On November 12, 2015, Pusha T released the single "Untouchable", produced by Timbaland.
November 23, 2015: King Push-Darkest Before Dawn: The Prelude album annoucement
On November 23, 2015, Pusha T announced the release of a new album titled King Push – Darkest Before Dawn: The Prelude, serving as a prelude to his King Push album.
December 18, 2015: King Push – Darkest Before Dawn: The Prelude album released
On December 18, 2015, King Push – Darkest Before Dawn: The Prelude, executive produced by Puff Daddy and Steven Victor, was released and received favorable reception from critics, reaching number 20 on the Billboard 200.
May 31, 2016: "Drug Dealers Anonymous" single released
On May 31, 2016, Pusha T released "Drug Dealers Anonymous" featuring Jay-Z, as the lead single from his upcoming King Push album, initially exclusively through Jay-Z's streaming service Tidal.
June 2016: Claim that Pusha T wrote McDonald's "I'm lovin' it" jingle
In June 2016, Steve Stoute claimed Pusha T wrote the McDonald's "I'm lovin' it" jingle, which Pusha T confirmed on Twitter. However, advertising and McDonald's executives disputed this claim. Neither Stoute nor Pusha T commented on the dispute.
July 8, 2017: My Name Is My Name sales update
As of July 8, 2017, Pusha T's album My Name Is My Name had sold 182,000 copies in the United States.
2017: Collaborations with Linkin Park and Gorillaz
In 2017, Pusha T collaborated with Linkin Park on the song "Good Goodbye" from their album One More Light, and with Gorillaz on the song "Let Me Out" from their album Humanz.
April 19, 2018: King Push album release date announced
On April 19, 2018, Kanye West announced via Twitter that Pusha T's King Push album would be released on May 25, 2018.
May 23, 2018: Album title changed to Daytona
On May 23, 2018, Pusha T announced on his Twitter that he had changed the album title from King Push to Daytona.
May 25, 2018: Daytona album released
On May 25, 2018, Daytona was released to critical acclaim, receiving an 86 on Metacritic and leading to Pusha T being named "Best Rapper Alive" by Complex. Nas and P. Diddy praised the album.
May 29, 2018: "The Story of Adidon" released
On May 29, 2018, Pusha T responded to Drake with the track "The Story of Adidon," which featured Pusha responding to Drake over the instrumental of Jay-Z's 2017 single "The Story of O.J." The song debuted on Hot 97 and has lines directed towards rumors Drake has an illegitimate child and his producer's multiple sclerosis.
February 2020: Heir Wave Media Group Launched
In February 2020, Pusha T started a new record label, Heir Wave Media Group, to sign and develop artists from the Virginia area. He remained the president of GOOD Music. In the label's first year, Heir Wave Music signed Kahri 1k, Shaolinn, Leeto, and WhyNotDuce.
February 7, 2022: "Diet Coke" released as lead single
On February 7, 2022, Pusha T released "Diet Coke," produced by Kanye West and 88-Keys, as the lead single from his fourth studio album It's Almost Dry.
March 21, 2022: Pusha T releases "Spicy Fish Diss" commercial for Arby's
On March 21, 2022, Pusha T released "Spicy Fish Diss", a commercial for Arby's, targeting McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich, claiming it was "disgusting". This was reportedly in response to McDonald's not crediting him for popularizing the "I'm lovin' it" campaign.
May 7, 2022: It's Almost Dry Debuts at Number One
On the week dated May 7, 2022, Pusha T's album It's Almost Dry debuted atop the Billboard 200 with 55,000 album equivalent units, becoming his first number-one album on the chart.
December 2022: Pusha T leaves GOOD Music
In December 2022, Pusha T announced his departure from GOOD Music following Kanye West's antisemitic and pro-race remarks. His departure also ended his tenure as the label's president, and he focused on his own label, Heir Wave Music Group.
February 24, 2023: Pusha T releases "White Lines (Don't Don't Do It)"
To promote the film, Cocaine Bear, which was released on February 24, 2023, Pusha T remade the Grandmaster Flash and Melle Mel 1983 classic, "White Lines (Don't Don't Do It)", keeping the original chorus, but replacing the original verses with his own.
April 2023: Coachella performance
In April 2023, Pusha T performed at the 22nd Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.
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