Better Me Than You

Big Sean Gets Emotional When Talking New Album: ‘Your Faith Gets Tested’

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Big Sean gave an insight into his life during an Instagram Live session, revealing that he has “been having a hard time lately.” Speaking on the album and life in general, Big Sean stated he has been “overthinking” about the release, which led to him crying.

“I am a chronic overthinker. I’m a chronic, constant worker,” Sean said. “And I’ve been having a hard time lately, straight up. It’s not been easy… But it’s worth it.

“The whole concept of the album is like Better Me Than You, so when you go through your shit, it’s like you the one who can handle it. It gets hard. Your faith gets tested.”

You can see the moment below.

Seven-time BET Award-winning and GRAMMY®-nominated hip-hop star Big Sean has officially announced that his highly anticipated album Better Me Than You will drop this Friday, August 30, via Def Jam Recordings. The rapper revealed the album’s cover artwork on social media, further fueling excitement among fans. You can see his announcement below.

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Big Sean Sets Anticipated Album ‘Better Me Than You’ for This Friday

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Big Sean Sets Anticipated Album 'Better Me Than You' for This Friday

Seven-time BET Award-winning and GRAMMY®-nominated hip-hop star Big Sean has officially announced that his highly anticipated album Better Me Than You will drop this Friday, August 30, via Def Jam Recordings. The rapper revealed the album’s cover artwork on social media, further fueling excitement among fans.

Ahead of the album’s release, Sean has already dropped four advance tracks, creating significant buzz for what will be his sixth studio album. The rollout began with the critically acclaimed comeback single “Precision,” followed by the hard-hitting track “Yes,” which he debuted on Jimmy Kimmel Live!.Better Me Than You is expected to be one of Sean’s most introspective projects to date, showcasing his growth as an artist and his unwavering dedication to his craft. Fans are eagerly awaiting Friday’s release, which promises to be another major milestone in Big Sean’s already illustrious career.

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After A Leak And Delay, Big Sean’s ‘Better Me Than You’ Album Finally Has A New Release Date

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If tenacious was a person it would be Big Sean. The “On Up” rapper is determined to get his sixth studio album, Better Me Than You, out into the world. By the end of this week, that goal would have been accomplished.

After experiencing a leak, subsequent delay, and harsh criticism about his flow on single “Yes,” the forthcoming body of work has a new release date. Today (August 26), during an Instagram livestream (captured by NFR Podcast, viewable here) Big Sean announced fans should expect Better Me Than You to hit streaming platforms this Friday, August 30.

“The album is dropping this week,” he said. “I appreciate my mom for being that guardian angel always giving me that advice. She really talked me through it for real. Like I said, I haven’t been sleeping a lot. I been giving this sh*t my all. I’m burned the f*ck out. I’m tired. I do do this sh*t for the people that f*ck with me. I’m excited. That’s one thing my mom said, ‘Get excited! Drop — Your album is fire!’ Everyone around me keep saying that.”

Big Sean also went on to say that supporters can experience the project live at one of the listening parties he has scheduled in New York City, Los Angeles, and of course his hometown, Detroit.

Not much is known about Big Sean’s Los Angeles and Detroit events. But on August 27 at the Samsung 837 NYC location, as part of the Samsung Presents series (in partnership with the IMG Agency) he will sit down for an intimate conversation about the project before previewing it for attendees. Find more information here.

Continue below to view Better Me Than You‘s official album cover.

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Better Me Than You is out 8/30 via FF. Find more information here.

Big Sean Checks Baby Keem Fans Amid Biting Accusations

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Earlier this week, Big Sean dropped off a new music video for his track “Yes,” sparking big reactions from some Baby Keem fans. The Detroit performer was immediately accused of copying Keem’s style, causing both of them to trend on X. “We really live in a world where baby keem has 40 year old sons,” one critic wrote. “Kendrick and Baby Keem bout to send Big Sean a cease and desist,” another claimed.

Luckily, plenty of fans rushed to Big Sean’s defense, pointing out that he’d been rapping that way long before Baby Keem. Now, it appears as though he’s taken to X to address the debacle for himself. “Must not be familiar wit my game,” he Tweeted last night. Clearly, Big Sean stands by his work and isn’t afraid to defend it if necessary.

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Big Sean Clears Things Up

He’s receiving even more support from fans in his replies, who’ve had his back since the biting accusations began earlier this week. “They wasnt around for finally famous,” one says. “You’re a legend in this game, Big Sean. They don’t respect you man smh,” another writes. Needless to say, they never had any doubts. It looks like Big Sean will be getting back to work soon following the short-lived controversy, as he has a lot more on the way. His album Better Me Than You is slated for release on August 31 after a few delays.

The project was initially scheduled to be released on August 9 but got pushed back after getting leaked online. As for what fans can expect, Big Sean told Essence that he’s aiming purely for “authenticity.” What do you think of some listeners accusing Big Sean of biting Baby Keem’s flow on his track “Yes”? What about his apparent response to the accusations? Are you looking forward to hearing his new album Better Me Than You? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Big Sean Skates Over Soulful Beat From The Alchemist On “Together Forever”

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Big Sean has been one of the biggest leak victims this year, especially since it has affected the release of his upcoming album. Better Me Than You was slated to hit DSPs last Friday, August 9. Now, we should be receiving the new body work hopefully by the end of the month. If not then, we could also be looking at an early September date as well. The Detroit MC has been handling all of this very well given the circumstances, which you have to commend him for. He revealed he’s in the process of planning some shows immediately after the album drops, so he’s really trying to give fans a lot during this album rollout. In the meantime, though, Big Sean is tiding fans over with “Together Forever”, which brings the single total to four.

It seems that Sean Don is leaning into themes of family, relationships, self-confidence, and living a fulfilling life for this record. Overall, it seems like this project could be one of his best yet, because “Together Forever” is another W in our books. Here, Big Sean is reuniting with the mad scientist himself, The Alchemist. The acclaimed producer has worked with him once before on the Larry June-led cut, “Palisades, CA”. The West Coast native gives the Michigan technician a jazzy, soulful, and head-nodding boom-bap beat, which he floats on. Below, you can check out the song and its accompanying visuals. On top of this heater, Sean seems to tease another track from the album with a darker approach and it may feature some rapping from Uncle Al, so fingers crossed.

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“Together Forever”- Big Sean & The Alchemist

Quotable Lyrics:

Woke up to a P-Y-T tellin’ me “Get up”
Through all of the pressure, I’m keepin’ my chest up
2Pac, keep your head up, they aim for the neck up
Plottin’ but f*** it, I’m set to go set up
The b****es that settin’ me up for the sеt up
Pushin’ the V and it’s not for Vendetta

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Big Sean And The Alchemist Are Locked In ‘Together Forever,’ Or So Their Latest ‘Better Me Than You’ Video Boasts

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Big Sean isn’t letting leaks or delays impact his forthcoming album’s promotion. Although the new release date for Better Me Than You hasn’t officially been announced, fans can sink their teeth into another track off the project.

Today (August 16), the “Precision” rapper dropped a new single off of the forthcoming body of work. On “Together Forever,” Big Sean forgoes his usual humble pie (as of late) to boast about how ambition has made him a household name.

In the track’s official video, his Better You Than Me partner-in-crime, The Alchemist, joins Big Sean to showcase that their chemistry far surpasses the recording booth.

“How does it get any better than this / Woke up to a PYT telling me to get up / Through all of the pressure I’m keeping my chest up / Tupac keep your head up, they aim for the next up / They plottin’ but f*ck it I’m set to go setup the b*tch that’s setting me up for the set up,” raps Big Sean.

The Alchemist’s fluid production and Big Sean’s even wavier bars make the wait for the project even harder to bear. But, it does build a confidence that it could very well be worth it in the end.

Watch Big Sean’s new video for “Together Forever” with The Alchemist above.

Better Me Than You is out soon via FF to Def Entertainment. You can find more information here.

Why Did Big Sean’s New Album ‘Better Me Than You’ Get Delayed?

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Big Sean’s album Better Me Than You is no longer going to drop on August 9 as he initially announced. After an astute fan noticed the conspicuous wording of Sean’s latest post about the album on Instagram and left a comment wondering about the change, Sean gave an explanation for the delay.

The fan asked, “Why u saying album soon like it’s not suppose to drop on the 9th?” In response, Big Sean wrote back, “I gotta push it back just a lil bit. Music done but jus organizing listening events, shows, etc. Might need a extra week or 2 to plan.”

So, it seems the album will likely still release in August, just not this Friday as originally expected (at least that frees up this writer’s weekend to focus on releases from Latto and Larry June).

Sean initially teased new music in March with the release of “Clarity,” which had the bad luck of being timed after Kendrick Lamar’s inflammatory “Like That” verse detonated like a bomb on hip-hop, drawing focus to his and Drake’s impending war. However, that didn’t stop Sean from releasing “Precision,” along with a slew of appearances to remind fans he’s on the same level. Features with Jessie Reyez and Eminem, and a Tiny Desk Concert, kept Sean’s buzz alive, but his freestyle for On The Radar almost landed him in the middle of the beef.

Better Me Than You leaked online, and while some fans think Kanye West is trying to sabotage his old artist, Sean thinks that theory is “bullsh*t.” His latest single, “On Up,” focused on the positives of his life — specifically, fatherhood — so it looks like he’s keeping it positive as we wait for that extra two weeks to hear what he’s got planned.

Big Sean Revels In Fatherhood With His Adorable ‘On Up’ Video Featuring Jhené Aiko

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Big Sean’s new album, Better Me Than You, is coming soon, and he keeps the rollout rolling with a video for his new single, “On Up.” The video is shot from the perspective of Sean and Jhené Aiko’s son as Sean reflects on — revels in, really — fatherhood.

Sean began the rollout for the new album back in March with the release of the “Clarity” freestyle, then quickly followed up with his single, “Precision.” Unfortunately for him, the buzz for the new project was overshadowed and derailed by the battle between Drake and Kendrick Lamar.

After lying low for a bit, Sean rebooted the hype machine with an eyebrow-raising freestyle for On The Radar Radio. While some fans misinterpreted the freestyle as a shot at Kendrick Lamar, the supporters of the verse’s true target, Kanye West, allegedly retaliated by leaking the album early. Sean shot down the theory that Kanye did it himself, and with a new management team in place, seems confident that the album will return him to fans’ good graces and earn him the attention he deserves.

You can watch the video for “On Up” above.

Better Me Than You is out 8/9 via FF to Def Entertainment. You can find more information here.

Big Sean Leaves Roc Nation Ahead Of New Album, “Better Me Than You”

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Big Sean has signed a new deal with S10 Entertainment after spending the last 10 years with Roc Nation. The company is helmed by Brandon Silverstein and was launched in partnership with Roc Nation back in 2017. The move comes ahead of the release of his new album, Better Me Than You.

“Brandon shares the vision, understands where I’m headed, and I’m incredibly excited to work with him and the S10 team,” Sean told Billboard in a statement. Silverstein added: “Big Sean is an incredible talent who, even after topping charts, breaking records, winning awards and headlining across the world, is just getting started. I can’t wait for fans to hear the new music.”

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Big Sean Performs Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash Festival

BRIDGEVIEW, ILLINOIS – JUNE 14: Big Sean performs during the Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash Festival at SeatGeek Stadium on June 14, 2024, in Bridgeview, Illinois. (Photo by Barry Brecheisen/Getty Images)

Sean is gearing up to drop Better Me Than You on August 9. He dropped a trailer for the project, earlier this month, which ended by showing four pie-shaped graphs. Sean hopped on social media afterward to explain that they represent four emotions he dealt with while making the album. “When I was making this album, I was going through I felt like the same four emotions, really,” he said. “And I remember I sat down and I drew this chart one day that just represented how I was feeling. I hand-drew it and I was like man, I never really saw this chart before.”

He added: “I ended up getting it animated. and it’s four different charts that represent four different feelings, four different moods of the album, four different emotions that I was going through personally. First of all, I was under a lot of pressure. But going through that pressure led to clarity, which led to me being able to focus on happiness and living in that happiness briefly, and then going right back to the pressure. But I drew these graphs out and it really just brought the album to life for me.” The new project will be Sean’s first Detroit 2 in 2020. Be on the lookout for further updates on Big Sean and his upcoming album, Better Me Than You, on HotNewHipHop.

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Big Sean Reveals Whether Or Not He Believes Kanye West Helped Leak His Album

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With Big Sean finally getting ready to drop a new album after four years, he admitted that the recent leak has been annoying. “To whoever did do that, just know it did f*** me up”, he told his Instagram Live viewers. This new roadblock for the Detroit, Michigan MC was supposedly created by a supposed affiliate of Kanye West. It is worth noting that Ye and Sean have had an up-and-down relationship. The former admitted on Drink Champs a few years ago that signing the latter to G.O.O.D. Music was a mistake. However, in that same breath, some random online claiming that they were instructed to do this because of subliminal shots on a freestyle just seems too far-fetched.

That is exactly the same type of energy that Big Sean seems to be on further on into the IG Live. The “Yes” rapper cited their lengthy history in the studio together, recalling observing Ye when he was making Graduation, 808s & Heartbreak, and MBDTF. Then, Big Sean went onto explain his love and loyalty to his former label. He was thankful to have sold 185 million copies through G.O.O.D. Music even though he did not take more money home than the higher-ups. Furthermore, when he was on the label, he explained that even when he received early access to artists’ music, Sean did not do any leaking.

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Big Sean Gives Several Reasons Why Kanye Wouldn’t Leak His Next Album

All in all, Sean feels this entire Kanye West leak rumor is some “bulls***”. While that could definitely be true, people across hip-hop know how inconsistent Ye can be. We have seen him explode on some of his closest collaborators, only to rekindle with them later on. At the end of the day, we may never really know even if Kanye speaks.

What are your thoughts on Big Sean totally discounting the belief that Kanye West was responsible for the leak of his next album? Are you on the rapper’s side or the internet’s and why? How are you enjoying Sean’s latest single “Yes”? Will Better Me Than You be the best album of his career? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Big Sean. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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