Pusha T - By now, you should know what you're getting with Pusha T.

By now, you should know what you're getting with Pusha T. I've been in this game since 2002, and my name says it all. You know I'm only moved by a certain style of rap. Not that many other styles move me. You have to really be a rapper's rapper for me to like it.

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Weingarten, Christopher R. "Pusha T on Kanye West, 'Darkest Before Dawn' and His Dark New Short Film." Rolling Stone, 18 Dec. 2015.

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About the Author

Pusha T

Born: May 13, 1977
Nationality: American
Profession: Musician

Biography

Terrence LeVarr Thornton, better known by his stage name Pusha T, is an American rapper, songwriter, and record executive. He initially gained major recognition as half of hip hop duo Clipse, alongside his brother and fellow rapper No Malice, with whom he founded Re-Up Records. In September 2010, Thornton announced his signing to Kanye West's GOOD Music imprint, under the aegis of Def Jam Recordings. Later that year, he was notably featured on West's single "Runaway," which peaked at number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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