Rap duo Clipse (Pusha T & Malice) became the first rappers to perform at the Vatican, delivering “The Birds Don’t Sing” alongside John Legend and a full orchestra for a Catholic audience during the 2025 Jubilee.
Why it matters: Hip-hop, once seen as street culture or counter-culture, is breaking into spaces steeped in tradition and symbolism. This milestone shows just how far and wide hip-hop has spread—and that its influence now resonates in even the most unexpected arenas.
