The Clipse Return: Let God Sort ’Em Out Review

Malice, Pusha T, and Pharrell Just Changed the Game Again

In an era where music is often devalued…

The Clipse are making all the right moves to ensure their music lives past tomorrow. From sitting down with every important cultural outlet to curating apparel and visuals that match the tone of the album, their rollout has been flawless. But rollout alone isn’t enough—does the music match the energy?

Spoiler: Yes. And then some.

This Wasn’t Just a Comeback Album—It Was a Moment

This marks a return for The Clipse, but more importantly, it’s the spiritual return of Malice, now known as No Malice. Pharrell exclusively produces the entire album, bringing back the magic that defined their early days. As if that wasn’t enough, artists like KAWS and Verdy were brought in to handle the visuals—standard and special editions.

Every move? Flawless execution.

“The Birds Don’t Sing” Is One of the Realest Intros in Rap History

The opener, “The Birds Don’t Sing,” hits hard. Pusha T reflects on his mother’s passing with raw emotion, only for John Legend to pour gasoline on the fire with a haunting hook:
“The birds don’t sing, they screech in pain.”

Then comes Malice with a soul-wrenching verse about their father, who passed just months later. The line:
“I love my two sons was the code to your phone, now you’re gone.”
—will stop you in your tracks.

Chain Reactions and Label Exits

The album doesn’t let up. “Chains & Whips,” which debuted during a Louis Vuitton show, includes a fiery verse from Kendrick Lamar that allegedly prompted the Clipse to leave Def Jam. Kendrick ends his verse with:
“God gave me light, a good year full of free will / Trump card, told me not to spare your life.”

They left a major label… and still dropped a classic.

Track 1–5: A Run Most Artists Dream About

From “Chains & Whips” to “P.O.V.” (with Tyler, The Creator throwing subtle jabs), to the horror-score intensity of “So Be It,” the energy stays high.

“Ace Trumpets” was the record that truly got the streets buzzing.

Mid-Album Dip? Barely.

Track 6, “All Things Considered,” is arguably the weakest on the album. Pharrell’s hook doesn’t land as strongly, and The-Dream’s closing feels unnecessary—but even then, it’s far from a skip. It sounds more like a “Daytona” leftover than a Clipse track.

Victory Laps & Legacy Verses

By the second half, the album turns into a celebration of legacy.

“M.T.B.T.T.F.” – Pusha T channels Biggie’s flow, while Malice balances bars with vivid storytelling.
“E.B.I.T.D.A.” – Pharrell slides in with a quick verse.
“F.I.C.O.” – The hook holds it down, though a Stove God Cooks verse would’ve elevated it.

This half gets back to their roots—with DJ Clue ad-libs, an Ab-Liva feature, and grimy mixtape energy.

No Jay-Z? No Problem. We Got Nas.

While fans speculated on a Jay-Z feature, we instead get Nas on “Chandeliers”, bringing elite-level bars and reflecting on his growth amid the hate he’s received—possibly including recent jabs from Jim Jones.

Ending with Purpose

The album closes with “By the Grace of God,” a track that sums up their entire journey. It’s a prayer, a statement, and a reminder that through it all, they’re still here.

Pharrell’s presence on the hook is the cherry on top.

Malice Stole the Show

Let’s be clear—Malice is one of THEM. While Pusha T is the flashier, more aggressive force, Malice delivers deeply personal, message-heavy verses without sounding preachy. He brings balance to the duo and elevates this album in a way few expected.

Pharrell Deserves His Flowers

Pharrell’s production is near perfect here. From structure to tone, every sound fits the Clipse’s voices like a tailor-made suit. Even the use of the “Culturally Inappropriate” tag feels intentional and impactful. This is one of Pharrell’s best production runs in years.

Final Verdict: Replay Value Is Through the Roof

Let God Sort ‘Em Out is 13 tracks of dense, impactful storytelling and production perfection. No filler. No skips. Just vision, execution, and legacy-building.

This is absolutely an Album of the Year contender.

Rating: 9.4/10

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