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Big Sean Delivers His Most Mature Album Yet With “Better Me Than You”

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The road to get here was long and difficult. Big Sean didn’t sugarcoat. He was honest with fans about all the personal turmoil and growth he had to go through to get the album recorded. It’s finally here. Better Me Than You is on streaming, and it’s excellent. The album really showcases Big Sean’s growth, and is a sonic manifestation of everything he’s been saying on social media during the rollout. He sounds like he is in a much healthier place than he was when he was younger. There’s still scores to settle, and rappers to rag on, but there’s an awareness that it’s not all that important at the end of the day.

The singles still sound pristine as ever. “Precision” is the best “banger” on the album, and that’s not a bad thing. Big Sean sounds hungry as ever over the soul sample made famous by Three 6 Mafia. He still has that elastic, endless energy in his voice. “Precision” doesn’t really reflect the rest of Better Me Than You, though. The bulk of the album is dedicated to soulful, mid-tempo cuts where Big Sean can take stock of his life. “Break the Cycle” flips a Gap Band interpolation into a self-help anthem courtesy of of Charlie Wilson. “Boundaries” is is a heartfelt airing out of issues over a snappy instrumental. In truth, the only song that feels truly out of place is the single “Yes.” It’s a reminder of what Big Sean sounded like when he was trying to strain for hits. He was smart to focus on quality bars and non-trendy sounds for the rest of what’s here.

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Big Sean Finds A Contemplative Groove On His Latest LP

Better Me Than You tracklist:

  1. Pressure (Intro)
  2. Iconic
  3. Typecast
  4. Break the Cycle (featuring Charlie Wilson)
  5. Who You Are (Superstar)
  6. Yes
  7. It Is What It Is (featuring Gunna)
  8. Apologize (featuring Eryn Allen Kane)
  9. Clarity (Skit)
  10. On Up
  11. Something (featuring Syd)
  12. Black Void (featuring Thundercat & Eryn Allen Kane)
  13. This N That (featuring Bryson Tiller & Kodak Black)
  14. Million Pieces (featuring Teyana Taylor, Larry June & DJ Premier)
  15. Get You Back (featuring Cash Cobain)
  16. Certified (featuring NASAAN)
  17. Focus (Skit)
  18. Boundaries
  19. Precision
  20. My Life / Happiness (Skit)
  21. Together Forever (featuring The Alchemist) [Bonus]

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Big Sean Had Everyone Screaming “I Don’t F*** With You” With His 2015 Smash Hit

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After multiple setbacks and leaks, Big Sean is finally releasing his next studio album Better Me Than You this Friday. Overall, it’s been a mentally and emotionally taxing process for the Detroit, Michigan rapper. In fact, during a recent Instagram Live, he let his emotions out, getting pretty tearful explaining what he’s been going through trying to get this album as perfect as he possibly could despite all sorts of roadblocks. “When you make art, you put your heart into this s***”, he told his IG audience. Now, him and his fans can celebrate all of the hard work on August 30, and we can also not wait for what’s in store.

So, to tide our appetites over, we are heading back to one of his biggest bangers and records ever, “I Don’t F*** With You”. As most people know, this 2015 track landed on his third studio album Dark Sky Paradise, one of his releases with G.O.O.D. Music and Def Jam Recordings. One thing about Big Sean is that he’s always going to rap with a lot of fervor, especially on his aggressive sounding tracks. He does this through using zany voice inflections, something that newbies to his music are just now coming to learn about. It’s part of the reason why this song became such a hit. However, you cannot forget about the iconic pre-chorus and chorus, the high school football music video, and the equally entertaining E-40 verse. Relive “I Don’t F*** With You” below.

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“I Don’t F*** With You” – Big Sean & E-40

Quotable Lyrics:

(Mustard on the beat, ho) I don’t f*** wit’ you
You lil’ stupid a** b****, I ain’t f***in’ wit’chu
You lil’, you lil’ dumb a** b****, I isn’t f***in’ wit’chu
I got a million trillion things I’d rather f***in’ do
Than to be f***in’ with you (You,) lil’ stupid a**

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Big Sean Drops Two New Songs On Soundcloud Ahead Of Album Release

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Big Sean is ready to share his new album with fans. The rapper has been through a lot to get Better Me Than You made. He had to struggle through album leaks, personal setbacks, and health scares. He even considered delaying the album and reworking what he already had. In a recent Instagram Live, however, Big Sean confirmed that he would be giving the album to the fans in its original form. It turns out, Sean is giving us two new songs in advance as well. The rapper shocked Soundcloud users on Wednesday night by dropping a pair of Better Me Than You standouts.

The first song, “Fighting Fires” was teased as a Kanye West collab. Big Sean previewed the song way back in July, but West is no longer on it. The new version gives fans an update on where the rapper is at in his life. Big Sean raps hard over a soulful, drumless beat, reflecting on his career and how he stacks up against peers. It has a mature feel, which aligns with the way that Big Sean has been moving during the Better Me Than You rollout. It really seems like he’s moving differently than he was when he was younger. A song like “Fighting Fires” is sonic proof.

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“Fighting Fires” Sees Big Sean Repurpose A Ye Beat

“Dirty Work” has a similar feel to “Fighting Fires.” There are drums, but both songs are built around a chill soul sample that lends levity to Big Sean’s words. Once again, there’s a lyrical focus on legacy, and what has really become important to the rapper the older he’s gotten. The title refers to the difficult things one needs to do to progress as a person. Sean repeatedly notes that he’s willing to do the “dirty work.” Both “Fighting Fires” and “Dirty Work” are missing from the leaked Better Me Than You tracklist. That said, it could be a case of Big Sean simply reworking the titles.

Big Sean’s rollout has been unorthodox, but his excitement to share music with fans shines through. It’s something he talked about during the aforementioned live stream. “I’m excited, and that’s one thing that my mom said,” he relayed. “She said, ‘Get excited.’ Like, ‘Drop your album; it’s fire.’ I appreciate my mom for being that guardian angel always giving me that advice. She really talked me through it for real.” We can’t wait to hear the full album when it officially drops on August 30.

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

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Big Sean Shares New Video for "Yes"

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 Reveals COVID Diagnosis During Emotional IG Live: Watch

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Big Sean has been through a lot since he dropped his last album. He became a father, he quit drinking, and apparently, he suffered from COVID. The rapper hopped on Instagram Live ahead of his new album release and dropped the bombshell news about his diagnosis. Big Sean talked about the various ways in which he feels he’s been tested since 2020. He also relayed the importance of these tests, and the role they play in the lyrical content of Better Me Than You.

Big Sean doesn’t take long to get emotional. Upon reflecting on the last four years, the rapper starts to tear up. He turns away from the camera, and even cuts at one point before walking back into the frame. “When you make art, you put your heart into this sh*t,” he explains. Big Sean then reveals that he is in the midst of recovering from COVID. “When I had COVID last week,” he reveals. “I was down and I was still working on the album.” The rapper then pointed out the irony of his diagnosis, given that his last album, Detroit 2, dropped during the pandemic. “When I last dropped an album, it was COVID,” he noted. “I was excited to plan my release party, I was excited to do all of that.”

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Big Sean Is Already Working On His Next Album

Big Sean credits his family with helping him get through such a difficult time. He recalls a phone call from his mother that helped to put everything in perspective. Especially with regards to the release date of the album. “She was giving me them words,” he explained. “And I was just like, look, I can keep working on some sh*t and make it exactly how I wanted. But I’d be pushing it back forever.” He ultimately decided to have faith in the music he had, and put it out August 30. “That’s what I’mma do,” he told viewers. “The album is dropping this week.”

Big Sean also revealed that he’s begun work on his next album. He explained that he kept working while he was sick, and actually has dozens of songs that didn’t make the Better Me Than You tracklist. One of them, evidently, features Fantasia. Big Sean dubbed their collab “soulful,” and hinted at its inclusion on whatever he drops next. The uncertainty over which songs to include makes sense, given that Sean had to deal with Better Me Than You leaking in its entirety. We’re excited to hear the final version.

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Big Sean Accused Of Biting Baby Keem But OG Fans Know The Truth

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Big Sean is currently causing a debate indirectly with his recent single, “Yes”. According to Billboard, the second teaser track to the upcoming album Better Me Than You got its music video yesterday afternoon. Apparently, some Baby Keem fans caught wind of the Big Sean visuals and got to listening and watching. After presumably dissecting it intently, they are coming to the conclusion that the Detroit MC is biting heavily off the pgLang signee’s rap style. They aren’t exactly pointing to what aspects Sean is pulling from. However, we are assuming it has something to do with the zany and high-pitch bits he sprinkles into his delivery.

Outside of that, we feel this is pretty original Sean. We are definitely getting some Dark Sky Paradise vibes, especially with the black and white visuals for this track in particular. Additionally, we can hear the song “Paradise” all day long. Listen to those two songs back to back and tell us what you think.

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Big Sean & Baby Keem Fans Thrown Down

Fans of his were noticing the throwback to previous eras of his, and coming to his defense in droves. “I feel like a glazer on the way I defend Big Sean sometimes, but the hate is so FORCED I feel like I f***ing have to. This is literally the flow Sean has been doing for the longest time. He has a song called, “The Baddest”, that sounds similar to this. How tf this sound like Baby Keem?”, one user asks. “They saying this sounds like baby keem but if anything, it shows big sean got sons please remember you’re arguing with children on this app”, another implores.

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What are your thoughts on Baby Keem’s fans accusing Big Sean of biting their rapper’s style for “Yes”? Do you hear any similarities, why or why not? Why do you think so many hip-hop fans pick on Sean? 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 and Baby Keem. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Big Sean Accused Of Biting Baby Keem But OG Fans Know The Truth

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Big Sean is currently causing a debate indirectly with his recent single, “Yes”. According to Billboard, the second teaser track to the upcoming album Better Me Than You got its music video yesterday afternoon. Apparently, some Baby Keem fans caught wind of the Big Sean visuals and got to listening and watching. After presumably dissecting it intently, they are coming to the conclusion that the Detroit MC is biting heavily off the pgLang signee’s rap style. They aren’t exactly pointing to what aspects Sean is pulling from. However, we are assuming it has something to do with the zany and high-pitch bits he sprinkles into his delivery.

Outside of that, we feel this is pretty original Sean. We are definitely getting some Dark Sky Paradise vibes, especially with the black and white visuals for this track in particular. Additionally, we can hear the song “Paradise” all day long. Listen to those two songs back to back and tell us what you think.

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Big Sean & Baby Keem Fans Thrown Down

Fans of his were noticing the throwback to previous eras of his, and coming to his defense in droves. “I feel like a glazer on the way I defend Big Sean sometimes, but the hate is so FORCED I feel like I f***ing have to. This is literally the flow Sean has been doing for the longest time. He has a song called, “The Baddest”, that sounds similar to this. How tf this sound like Baby Keem?”, one user asks. “They saying this sounds like baby keem but if anything, it shows big sean got sons please remember you’re arguing with children on this app”, another implores.

More Tweets From The Debate

What are your thoughts on Baby Keem’s fans accusing Big Sean of biting their rapper’s style for “Yes”? Do you hear any similarities, why or why not? Why do you think so many hip-hop fans pick on Sean? 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 and Baby Keem. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Big Sean’s Latest Single Has Fans (Wrongfully) Accusing Him Of Stealing Baby Keem’s Flow

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I’ve been trying to take it easy on Gen Z, I really have. You guys have had it hard. But you know what? Sometimes, you are your own worst enemies. Like today, when some of you accused Big Sean of biting Baby Keem‘s flow, despite the former having been around and using the same flow for over a decade and a half before you even learned the latter existed. All of recorded human knowledge in the palm of your hand, and you choose to be wrong AND loud about it. Not very demure, not very mindful.

It all started when fan account @rapalert6 shared a clip from Sean’s new video, “Yes,” on Twitter (which we all agree will never actually be called X, right?). Users began to respond with goofy statements like, “We really live in a world where baby keem has 40 year old sons,” and “Kendrick and Baby Keem bout to send Big Sean a cease and desist.”

Oof.

Of course, there were plenty of other users who were quick to set the record straight. “Y’all showing your age thinking Big Sean stole that from baby Keem, Big Sean been doing that for 10+ years,” wrote one. Another noted, “17 year olds who never heard ‘Paradise’ are saying he biting Baby Keem when he’s actually the one these rappers copy.”

Big Sean’s flow has been the subject of controversy for much of his career (no, he doesn’t “rap off beat,” yes, everybody and their mom stole HIS flow from “Supa Dupa,” he doesn’t seem to have beef with Kendrick Lamar, and that would be a closer contest than many are willing to admit), but this time, the fans have gone too far.