A$AP Rocky, Tyler, The Creator, & MIKE DEAN React to Pusha T’s Explosive Travis Scott Diss on “So Be It”
Pusha T has once again ignited the rap world, and this time, it’s Travis Scott feeling the burn. The Virginia lyricist’s surprise verse on Clipse’s new track “So Be It” sent shockwaves across the industry on June 17, and now, key voices in hip-hop—A$AP Rocky, Tyler, The Creator, and MIKE DEAN—are weighing in.
Fans initially thought “So Be It” might take aim at Kanye West, especially after Clipse’s last single, “Cruel Trumpets,” teased some tension. But as Pusha revealed in a GQ interview that followed the song’s release, his fire was pointed squarely at Travis Scott. The verse accuses Scott of disloyalty, referencing the controversial release of “Meltdown,” where Drake took shots at Pharrell Williams—one of Pusha’s closest collaborators—without Scott allegedly giving Pharrell a heads-up.
Pusha recalled the moment in detail, describing how Scott played “Meltdown” in Pharrell’s Paris studio without including Drake’s incendiary verse. The implication? Scott knew the diss was coming and kept it quiet. That, Push said, was the final straw.
In the aftermath of the song’s release, fans weren’t the only ones reacting online. ATP_RAP caught A$AP Rocky and MIKE DEAN liking a post referencing Pusha’s diss, while Tyler, The Creator went a step further—reposting the song on his Instagram Story with the caption, “yeah mannn….”
Though subtle, these reactions are making waves. Tyler and Pusha have worked together before and share a creative respect, so Tyler’s post feels like a nod to lyrical craftsmanship. MIKE DEAN’s response is more surprising given his long-standing relationship with Travis Scott, having worked extensively on Astroworld and Utopia. His like could signal a shift—or simply support for sharp lyricism.
A$AP Rocky’s response is perhaps the most layered. Rocky and Travis have long been compared and rumored to have an uneasy relationship, with fans often speculating about underlying tension between the two style icons. Rocky’s quiet co-sign of the diss adds new fuel to that fire.
As for the bigger picture, Pusha T’s verse has sparked a fresh conversation about loyalty, transparency, and industry politics. His comments in GQ highlight a deeper frustration with what he calls “fence-sitting” behavior, especially from artists he feels should stand by their mentors and collaborators.
While Travis Scott has yet to publicly respond, the rap community is clearly paying attention. With Clipse’s reunion gaining momentum and Pusha sharpening his lyrical sword, “So Be It” is shaping up to be one of 2025’s most talked-about moments in hip-hop.
One thing is certain—when Pusha T speaks, people listen. And now, it looks like some of the game’s most influential names are listening too.
