The song peaked at #12 on the Billboard Hot 100.
"Clique" is a standout track from the 2012 compilation album, Cruel Summer . Produced by Hit-Boy with co-production by Kanye West, it features a dark, minimalist beat characterized by a "plodding" rhythm, haunting keyboards, and heavy snares. Song Structure & Key Themes Kanye West - Clique ft. Big Sean _ Jay-Z (Explicit Version)
The track is a quintessential "posse cut," emphasizing loyalty , wealth , and the exclusive nature of their professional and personal circles. The song peaked at #12 on the Billboard Hot 100
Pusha T originally recorded a verse for the song, but it was eventually moved to another Hit-Boy track called "Bussin Moves". Song Structure & Key Themes The track is
Closes the track with a highly personal verse that blends extreme arrogance—stunting on former CIA director George Tenet—with raw vulnerability regarding his mother’s passing and his mental health. Cultural Impact & Facts