Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Why Would I Stop? Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
-
→
Deep Reverence — This track features the late Nipsey Hussle, addressing themes of legacy and loss, making it both a poignant tribute and a reflection on personal resilience.
-
→
Harder Than My Demons — In this track, Big Sean confronts his inner struggles and mental health issues with raw honesty, showcasing his vulnerability and growth as an artist.
-
→
Friday Night Cypher — This lengthy collaboration with multiple Detroit artists serves as a triumphant display of regional pride and lyrical skill, embodying the spirit of Michigan rap.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective listening experiences
- introspective lyrical journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
- long, immersive listening sessions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and growth after a hiatus, returning to roots with introspective themes.
- Themes
- Detroit pride· mental health struggles· legacy and loss
- Career context
- Detroit 2 is Big Sean's fifth studio album, released after a three-year hiatus following I Decided (2017). This album marks a return to his Detroit roots while showcasing his growth as an artist and lyricist, reflecting on personal struggles and societal issues.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
-
Harder Than My Demons
The verses detail a shift from darkness to determination, depicting moments of self-reflection and resolve against adversity.
Tracklist
- 1 Why Would I Stop? Start here 2:32
- 2 Lucky Me 4:08
- 3 Deep Reverence 3:51
- 4 Wolves 3:19
- 5 Body Language 3:44
- 6 Story by Dave Chappelle 2:35
- 7 Harder Than My Demons 2:11
- 8 Everything That’s Missing 3:14
- 9 ZTFO 2:16
- 10 Guard Your Heart 4:18
- 11 Respect It 3:27
- 12 Lithuania 3:19
- 13 Full Circle 2:58
- 14 Time In 2:57
- 15 Story by Erykah Badu 2:10
- 16 FEED 3:02
- 17 The Baddest 3:09
- 18 Don Life 3:14
- 19 Friday Night Cypher 9:28
- 20 Story by Stevie Wonder 2:13
- 21 Still I Rise 3:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.