Terrence LeVarr Thornton, better known by his stage name Pusha T, is an American rapper. He rose to prominence as one half of the Virginia-based hip hop duo Clipse, which he formed with his older brother Malice. From Wikipedia
Def Jam’s request to alter Kendrick Lamar’s verse prompted Pusha T to negotiate exits of both Clipse and his solo deal, clearing the way for Roc Nation distribution.