The 68th Grammy Awards delivered long-overdue recognition for The Clipse while opening an intriguing new chapter for Kehlani.
The Virginia duo claimed their first-ever Grammy as a group, winning Best Rap Performance for “Chains & Whips,” featuring Kendrick Lamar and Pharrell Williams. The win came from their 2025 comeback album, Let God Sort Em Out, and marked a full-circle moment for Pusha T and Malice.
After decades shaping rap’s sonic and lyrical direction, the trophy landed as both validation and closure. The Clipse have long been revered by peers and fans, but Grammy recognition had remained elusive. That changed on a night charged with legacy, reflection, and resurgence.
Kehlani also left the ceremony with history in hand. The Oakland singer won Best R&B Song and Best R&B Performance for “Folded,” securing two Grammys in one night. The victories positioned Kehlani among modern R&B’s elite while underscoring a period of creative precision and emotional focus.
Released last June, “Folded” gained momentum through word of mouth and emotional resonance. Its restraint and vulnerability struck a chord with listeners. The track became Kehlani’s highest-charting single to date.
The Clipse & Kehlani Win Big At 68th Grammy Awards, Rumored Collaboration On The Way
As Grammy week unfolded, attention shifted quickly to what might come next. Kehlani is currently preparing their next studio album, already confirmed to feature Brandy and Usher.
Then came a post that lit the internet up. During Grammy festivities, Kehlani shared an Instagram Story alongside Pusha T and Malice with the caption, “track 2. @clipse. 👀”
The post disappeared, but screenshots circulated instantly. Neither Kehlani nor The Clipse has addressed the tease publicly. Still, timing matters. All parties crossed paths during the same awards cycle, fueling speculation.
The potential collaboration would bridge generations and genres. Kehlani’s emotionally driven R&B contrasts sharply with The Clipse’s stark lyricism and minimalist grit. That tension feels intentional.
Adding fuel to the theory, Billboard reported Kehlani recently spent studio time with Pharrell Williams, whose history with The Clipse runs deep. Pharrell produced Let God Sort Em Out and much of the duo’s classic work.
In an era of strategic silence and subtle hints, the message landed. The Clipse earned their flowers. Kehlani stepped into a new era. If their worlds collide on record, the moment could redefine expectations. Fans are paying close attention.
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