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History was made in Vatican City this weekend when Clipse, the iconic hip-hop duo of brothers Pusha T and No Malice, became the first rap act ever to perform at St. Peter’s Square. The performance took place on September 13 as part of the Grace for the World concert, an unprecedented event co-directed by Pharrell Williams and staged as a message of unity and peace during the World Meeting on Human Fraternity. Dressed in sharp suits, Clipse delivered a powerful rendition of “The Birds Don’t Sing” from their project Let God Sort Em Out, joined onstage by John Legend. The concert lineup was stacked with global stars including Jennifer Hudson, BamBam, Jelly Roll, Karol G, Teddy Swims, Andrea Bocelli, and Legend himself. Pharrell, a longtime friend and collaborator of the Thornton brothers, helped orchestrate the moment as co-director and executive producer through his company Something in the Water.  Beyond the music, audiences were treated to a stunning aerial drone and light show by Nova Sky Stories, which illuminated Vatican City with visuals inspired by the Sistine Chapel. “This is a rare cultural moment where the world stops and collectively tunes in,” Pharrell said ahead of the event. The evening not only marked the Vatican’s first-ever concert, but also cemented Clipse’s place in history as they carried hip-hop into one of the most sacred spaces in the world.

Keri Hilson makes a powerful return with We Need to Talk: Drama , the second installment in her ambitious trilogy that unfolds like a film. Following April’s We Need to Talk: Love , this new chapter dives into betrayal, heartbreak, and emotional growth, capturing the turbulence of a broken romance. To build anticipation, Hilson joined the viral “Put a finger down” trend, hinting at her own story of a love gone wrong. Released through Audible Art Club/Create Music Group, her first independent venture, Drama cements Hilson’s evolution as an artist, reclaiming her voice after a 15-year hiatus.