Pusha T discusses Rolex collecting and hip hop culture

Rapper Pusha T discusses his approach to luxury watch collecting, specifically focusing on his relationship with Rolex. For over two decades, the Clipse artist has incorporated watches into his lyrics as both status symbols and cultural shorthand.

Pusha T follows strict collecting principles, such as purchasing through authorized channels and favoring factory-set gemstones over aftermarket modifications. He views his lyrical references to damaged luxury items as cautionary tales regarding what to avoid in the collecting world. His collection includes various Rolex models, such as the Daytona and the Submariner Date Ref. 16618LN, which he notes was his first Rolex purchased in Germany.