US EditionWatch Clipse Bring Out Kendrick Lamar to Perform 'Chains & Whips' Together for the First Time
Kendrick Lamar joined Clipse to perform "Chains & Whips" live for the first time, highlighting their artistic integrity amid a costly label dispute, during their 2025 North American tour.
- On Saturday, August 23, Clipse brought out Kendrick Lamar to perform “Chains & Whips” at The Novo in downtown Los Angeles, marking their first live performance of the song together.
- After reports that Def Jam wanted Kendrick's verse removed, Clipse resisted censorship, and their manager Steven Victor reportedly paid seven figures to exit the contract.
- In the middle of the set, the lights dimmed before a spotlight revealed Kendrick Lamar, who performed his verse as the audience at The Novo erupted in cheers.
- The surprise reinforced Clipse's comeback, reigniting fan enthusiasm as the North American leg of the Let God Sort Em Out Tour progresses toward festival appearances including Camp Flog Gnaw on November 15.
- This run marks Clipse's first full-scale tour in over 15 years, supporting Let God Sort Em Out and symbolizing a passing of the torch committed to lyricism.
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Watch Clipse bring out Kendrick Lamar to perform 'Chains & Whips' together for the first time
Clipse and Kendrick Lamar have performed ‘Chains & Whips’ together for the first time – check it out below. READ MORE: Clipse – ‘Let God Sort Em Out’ review: a long-awaited return that lacks bite On Saturday (August 23), Clipse – the duo of Pusha T and Malice – performed at the Novo in Los Angeles, where they opened their set with a surprise appearance from Kendrick Lamar. Pusha T was the first person onstage, performing the opening verse to ‘C…
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Kendrick Lamar made a surprise appearance in L.A. during Clipse’s concert, captivating fans.He joined Clipse on stage, performing ‘Chains & Whips’ together for the first time.The surprise performance opened the show, leaving audiences thrilled and energized.Lamar’s involvement with Clipse had previously sparked tension with Def Jam.Despite past controversies, the collaboration emphasizes pure lyricism and mutual respect.When Clipse took the stag…
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