Album Preview: Pusha T - "Fear of God II: Let us Pray"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Earlier this year, Pusha T released his critically-acclaimed mixtape, Fear of God. After the release of the mixtape, the fans were left wanting more. Pusha T promised fans he would soon release a sequel to this mixtape.

Finally ready to expand his career, Pusha T decided to begin working on his debut album. The sequel to his mixtape will be Fear of God II: Let us Pray. Pusha T intends to release the album on November 8, a little over a month from now on G.O.O.D. Music.

"Trouble on My Mind," Pusha T's summer hit with Tyler, the Creator, will be included on the album. Also, behind the scenes footage from the video will be featured on the album. Appearances from Diddy, French Montana, Rick Ross, Kanye West, and others will be on Pusha T's debut.

Track listing

  1. "Changing of the Guards" ft. Diddy
  2. "Amen" ft. Kanye West and Young Jeezy
  3. "Trouble on My Mind" ft. Tyler, the Creator
  4. "What Dreams Are Made Of"
  5. "Body Work" ft. Juicy J, Meek Mill, and French Montana
  6. "Everything that Glitters" ft. French Montana
  7. "So Obvious"
  8. "Feeling Myself" ft. Kevin Cossom
  9. "Raid" ft. 50 Cent and Pharrell
10. "My God"
11. "I Still Wanna" ft. Rick Ross and Ab Liva
12. "Alone in Vegas"

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Pusha T talks "Fear of God" EP and Debut Album

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

When he released the Fear of God mixtape, Pusha T was met with critical acclaim. Already signed to Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music, Pusha T released his mixtape in front of a large crowd. The quality of the mixtape was so good, many compared the release to an album.

Following the release of the mixtape, Pusha T announced he would release an EP to come before his debut album. Pusha T decided the mixtape would follow the Fear of God theme. The new EP is titled Fear of God 2: Let Us Pray.

Pusha T said the EP will feature appearances from 50 Cent, Tyler, the Creator, Diddy, Kanye West, Pharrell, and others. The new EP will be released on August 23, 2011. Pusha T's mixtape release coincides with Game's release of The R.E.D. Album.

While Pusha T has done well with his underground releases, the big goal is his debut album. Pusha T said he is recording his album in sections. Kanye West is handling most of the production work, but Pusha T has had to wait, due to the recording of Watch the Throne. For his upcoming debut album, Pusha T said the focus of his album will be lyricism.

Pusha T said the information on the album will be top secret. However, Pusha T announced a collaboration would take place between he and Kanye West. Now, with a new deal with Def Jam, Pusha T will release his debut album on Black Friday.

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Pusha T discusses G.O.O.D. Music debut and Kanye West relationship

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Pusha T has officially separated himself from Malice and The Clipse, establishing himself as a solo artist. Earlier this year, he released his solo mixtape, Fear of God. Much like recent mixtapes, the release was received as if it was an album.

Last year, Kanye West pulled off a major signing when he was able to get Pusha T to sign to G.O.O.D. Music. Obviously, the deal paid off, given his performance on West's My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy album.

On his debut album, Pusha T will be working very closely with West, who will also serve as an executive producer on the album. Because of West's tendency to be a fan, the album has an unusual twist. The album is said to show a different side of Pusha T.

While working on this album, Pusha T and Kanye West's friendship has deepened and it has helped them in the process.

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Pusha T working with Kanye West on Debut Album

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Following the release of his Fear of God mixtape, Pusha T has jumped into his debut solo album. Pusha T has been in the game for well over a decade. The Clipse achieved national acclaim when they released their 2002 album under the guidance of The Neptunes.

However, it has been a struggle for The Clipse in the time since. The music from The Clipse has been well received by critics. But, the duo of brothers, Pusha T and Malice, have struggled to reach the same level of commercial success.

Last summer, Pusha T signed with Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music and appeared on West's comeback album. Interest in Pusha T is at an all-time high. He and Kanye West have been in the studio working on several new projects.

While Pusha T has not decided on the title for the album, or a release date, he says he and Kanye West have already completed six tracks for the album. Pusha T says he and Kanye West are going to take some time off to spend time in Chile. When they return, they will get back to work on Pusha T's long-awaited debut album, which has been delayed by his manager's issues and label changes.

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