On September 13, 2025, the musical group Clipse, comprising brothers Pusha T and No Malice, became the first rap duo to perform at the Vatican, delivering a powerful rendition of their song “The Birds Don’t Sing” during the “Grace for the World” concert in St. Peter’s Square.
The event, co-directed by Pharrell Williams and Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, marked the culmination of the 2025 World Meeting on Human Fraternity, an international summit promoting global unity, human dignity and peace. Joined by John Legend and the Voices of Fire orchestra, Clipse’s performance honored their late parents, with Pusha T sharing guilt over not being present during his mother’s final moments, while No Malice reflected on his last memory of their father. Jennifer Hudson also shared the stage and a song