Top tracks — play these first
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Selfish — This track highlights the emotional complexity of relationships, showcasing both artists' vocal chemistry while blending rap with soulful melodies. Its candid exploration of self-interest adds depth to the album's themes.
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Déjà Vu — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with its reflective lyrics and smooth production, encapsulating the project's fusion of hip-hop and R&B influences. The interplay between Big Sean and Jhene Aiko is particularly engaging here.
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Push It — With its catchy hook and upbeat production, this track exemplifies the duo's playful side while addressing themes of desire and ambition. Its infectious energy makes it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends R&B and hip-hop effectively, showcasing strong vocal interplay and solid production choices.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a faster beat that shifts the energy.
- Vocals are often layered, with Big Sean and Jhene Aiko alternating lines rather than verses, creating a conversational dynamic.
- Several tracks incorporate minimalist production elements, allowing the vocal performances to take center stage without overwhelming instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo listening experience
- introspective themes on relationships
- for casual hangouts
- smooth background for conversations
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — A collaborative project that blends R&B and hip-hop, differing from his solo work.
- Career context
- Released on April 1, 2016, Twenty88 was a collaborative project between Big Sean and Jhene Aiko, marking their first full-length joint effort after several collaborations. At this point in his career, Big Sean had already established himself as a significant figure in the mainstream hip-hop scene with successful albums like Dark Sky Paradise.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Déjà Vu 4:11
- 2 Selfish 3:10
- 3 On the Way 3:23
- 4 Push It 2:34
- 5 2 Minute Warning 4:39
- 6 Talk Show 3:49
- 7 Memories Faded 4:12
- 8 London Bridge 4:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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