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Hip Hop Big Sean

Big Sean Cries While Giving Update On New Album: 'I've Been Having A Hard Time Lately'

Big Sean Cries While Giving Update On New Album: ‘I’ve Been Having A Hard Time Lately’

Big Sean Seemingly Responds To Baby Keem Biting Claims

Big Sean Seemingly Responds To Baby Keem Biting Claims

Big Sean Says No To Color But ‘Yes’ To Black & White In New Video

Big Sean Says No To Color But ‘Yes’ To Black & White In New Video

Big Sean - 'Yes'

Big Sean – ‘Yes’

Big Sean & The Alchemist - 'Together Forever'

Big Sean & The Alchemist – ‘Together Forever’

New Music Friday: New Singles From Big Sean & The Alchemist, Chance The Rapper & More

New Music Friday: New Singles From Big Sean & The Alchemist, Chance The Rapper & More

Cash Cobain Taps Big Sean, Fabolous & 12 Other Rappers For New Posse Cut 'Problem'

Cash Cobain Taps Big Sean, Fabolous & 12 Other Rappers For Epic New Posse Cut ‘Problem’

Big Sean Delays New Album ‘Better Me Than You’ Just Days Before Its Release 

Big Sean Delays New Album ‘Better Me Than You’ Just Days Before Its Release

Big Sean Soaks Up Game From Will Smith On Success & Spirituality

Big Sean Soaks Up Game From Will Smith On Success & Spirituality

Big Sean Explains Why He Hasn't Married Jhené Aiko Yet Despite Them Sharing A Child

Big Sean Explains Why He Hasn’t Married Jhené Aiko Yet Despite Them Sharing A Child

Big Sean - 'On Up'

Big Sean – ‘On Up’

Big Sean Tearfully Recalls Moment He Almost Abandoned Rap Dreams: 'I Was So Depressed'

Big Sean Tearfully Recalls Moment He Almost Abandoned Rap Dreams: ‘I Was So Depressed’

Big Sean Reveals Kendrick Lamar Apologized To Him For Leaked Diss

Big Sean Reveals Kendrick Lamar Apologized To Him For Leaked Diss

Jhené Aiko Elbows Big Sean In The Balls During Onstage Duet

Jhené Aiko Elbows Big Sean In The Balls After Cheeky Onstage Advance

New Music Friday: New Singles From A$AP Rocky, Big Sean, Mike WiLL Made-It & More

New Music Friday: New Singles From A$AP Rocky, Big Sean, Mike WiLL Made-It & More

Big Sean Leaves Roc Nation After 10 Years, Signs With New Management Company 

Big Sean Signs With New Management Company: ‘I’m Incredibly Excited’

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Real Name: Sean Michael Leonard Anderson

Big Sean
BORN:
Mar 25, 1988
AGE:
37
NET WORTH:
$26 Million
HEIGHT:
5'8

BIO

Born in Santa Monica but raised in Detroit, Big Sean is one of the top MCs today. His rhyme scheme has influenced so many rappers that have come after him. He was discovered and signed by Kanye West to GOOD Music in 2007. After releasing several mixtapes, Sean dropped the studio album Finally Famous in 2011, which peaked at number three on the Billboard 200 and was certified platinum. He released his second studio album, Hall of Fame, in 2013 and it peaked at number 3 on the Billboard 200, going Gold. Sean's next albums, Dark Sky Paradise in 2015, I Decided in 2017, and Detroit 2 in 2020, all debuted atop the Billboard 200 and received Platinum certifications. As an actor, he currently has a recurring role on BET’s “Twenties.”

PROPS

  • He founded the Sean Anderson Foundation to serve children in Detroit.
  • He’s featured on a mural on Detroit's west side along with other Detroit rappers Eminem, Proof, and Royce da 5'9".
  • He has an endorsement deal with Adidas.
  • June 29, 2017, was officially declared Big Sean Day in Detroit. 
  • His last three albums debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.
  • He has a recurring role in the BET series “Twenties.”

Top Big Sean Questions

Where was Big Sean born?

He was born in Santa Monica, California but raised in Detroit, Michigan.

What label was Big Sean first signed to?

He signed with Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music in 2007.

What was Big Sean doing before he pursued a rap career?

He was planning to attend Michigan State University.

What was Big Sean’s debut album?

Finally Famous was released in 2011.

What is Big Sean’s biggest song?

“Bounce Back” peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2016.

Who are Big Sean’s influences?

Sean has cited Eminem, The Notorious B.I.G., and J Dilla as his influences.

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