Big Sean – Detroit 2

Review

Big Sean's "Detroit 2" crashes back onto the hip-hop scene like it never left, packing in a whirlwind of heavy beats and lyrical fire. After a three-year hiatus, this album picks up where his 2012 mixtape "Detroit" left off, weaving tales of personal growth with fiery finesse. With a killer lineup of guest stars like Eminem, Nipsey Hussle, Post Malone, and Jhené Aiko, Sean takes more than just a victory lap—he brings an entire parade. It's like he gathered all these power players, said, 'Let's party,' and exploded back onto the scene.

Kicking things off with solid tracks such as "Why Would I Stop?" and "Deep Reverence," Sean shows us he hasn't lost one iota of his lyrical swagger or emotional punch. Yeah, "Wolves" might've tripped a little trying to hitch this hype train, but overall, the album strikes a commendable balance between celebrating victory and wrestling with life's curveballs. Sure, trimming a few tracks could've made it tighter, but "Detroit 2" still stands tall, showcasing Big Sean's undeniable knack for evolving and influencing hip-hop like a true comeback king. - Livia