Road to the BET Awards 2015: Big Sean

Big Sean takes the stage at the 2015 BET Awards!

Big Sean: Road to the BET Awards - When it comes to hip hop, Big Sean is rocking with some of the biggest names in the game. His quick wordplay, dope ad-libs, and raw lyrics have made him a go-to on the rap scene. He'll be hitting the BET Awards stage with some new heat. See Sean's journey to this year's show!  (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Big Sean: Road to the BET Awards - When it comes to hip hop, Big Sean is rocking with some of the biggest names in the game. His quick wordplay, dope ad-libs, and raw lyrics have made him a go-to on the rap scene. He'll be hitting the BET Awards stage with some new heat. See Sean's journey to this year's show!  (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Rocking the Roc – September 2014 - Sean finally penned his new management deal with Roc Nation, following the signings of Skylar Diggins, Angie Martinez and many more high-profile celebs. Sean admits that it's just a continuation and he's always repping G.O.O.D. Music! (Photo: Big sean via Instagram)

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Rocking the Roc – September 2014 - Sean finally penned his new management deal with Roc Nation, following the signings of Skylar Diggins, Angie Martinez and many more high-profile celebs. Sean admits that it's just a continuation and he's always repping G.O.O.D. Music! (Photo: Big sean via Instagram)

Big Sean f/ E-40 - IDFWU (Produced by DJ Dahi, DJ Mustard, Kanye West & Key Wane) - A night at the club quickly turns into a petty party once this infectious smash—Big Sean's biggest—hits the speakers.(Photo: GOOD Music / Def Jam)

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IDFWU ... Like At All – September 2014 - The diss anthem of the year award goes to Big Sean's "IDFWU," featuring E-40, an ode to your most petty relationship or friendship of all time! Big Sean hits haters where it hurts with Mr. West and DJ Mustard on the beat, so you know he's bringing out the big guns! (Photo: GOOD Music / Def Jam)

Detroit vs. Everybody – November 2014 - These Motor City emcees came out swinging! From Eminem to Big Sean and many more, these hip hop heavy hitters are getting their points across with some killer verses that could easily shut down your favorite rapper. (Photo:Shady Records / Interscope Records)

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Detroit vs. Everybody – November 2014 - These Motor City emcees came out swinging! From Eminem to Big Sean and many more, these hip hop heavy hitters are getting their points across with some killer verses that could easily shut down your favorite rapper. (Photo:Shady Records / Interscope Records)

Ariana Grande & Big Sean - The petite pop star linked up with Big Sean in 2014 after his contentious breakup with actress and aspiring singer Naya Rivera. While the couple didn’t last very long, it was a couple no one would have coupled to start with. Now we have Ariana in another rumored weird pairing: rapper Mac Miller.(Photo: Mario Anzuoni/Reuters/Landov)

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Darling Duet – November 2014 - Former lovebirds Ariana Grande and Big Sean got very cozy onstage at "A Very GRAMMY Christmas" while performing "Best Mistake." The couple's love for music brought them together and eventually helped them to develop some beautiful tracks with one another. (Photo: Mario Anzuoni/Reuters/Landov)

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6. Big Sean, Dark Sky Paradise (2015) - Big Sean’s third album found the rapper stomping on new ground. Adding a little bit of darkness into his playful nature made Dark Sky Paradise an artistic success. With help from Drake, Lil Wayne, Kanye West and E-40, Big Sean was able to nab his first #1 album. (Photo: GOOD Music)

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Relaxin' in Paradise – February 2015 - Big Sean returned the hip hop scene showing no mercy! He turned it up in the studio, dropping his third studio album, Dark Sky Paradise, holding no punches as he took us on a journey through the conflicting desires of his heart, mind and ego. (Photo: G.O.O.D. Music, Def Jam)

Start a Revolution – February 2015 - Big Sean tears up the Revolt TV stage as he hosts a concert in celebration of his new album, Dark Sky Paradise. This should be solid indication of the kind of energy he'll be bringing to the 2015 BET Awards!  (Photo: Vincent Sandoval/FilmMagic)

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Start a Revolution – February 2015 - Big Sean tears up the Revolt TV stage as he hosts a concert in celebration of his new album, Dark Sky Paradise. This should be solid indication of the kind of energy he'll be bringing to the 2015 BET Awards!  (Photo: Vincent Sandoval/FilmMagic)

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Ranking Upperclassman – February/March 2015 - Complex Magazine released a special issue on Big Sean's personal and professional hardships, his album, relations, and new management. In the article, Sean discusses everything from his work in Detroit to how he's finally famous. (Photo: Complex Magazine)

#ItTakesOne – April 2015 - Big Sean performed an emotionally charged piece entitled "One Man Can Change the World" on The Jimmy Fallon Show in honor of his late grandmother. The performance also shined a light on the Sean Anderson Foundation campaign #ItTakesOne. (Photo: Douglas Gorenstein / NBC)

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#ItTakesOne – April 2015 - Big Sean performed an emotionally charged piece entitled "One Man Can Change the World" on The Jimmy Fallon Show in honor of his late grandmother. The performance also shined a light on the Sean Anderson Foundation campaign #ItTakesOne. (Photo: Douglas Gorenstein / NBC)

Festive Affair – May 2015 - Big Sean is gearing up to headline some huge hip hop festivals this year, such as OVO Fest and Soundset. The Motor City region welcomes Big Sean to Soundset 2015, a hip hop utopia where you can find rap legends performing on the same stage as newcomers.  (Photo: Brad Barket/Getty Images)

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Festive Affair – May 2015 - Big Sean is gearing up to headline some huge hip hop festivals this year, such as OVO Fest and Soundset. The Motor City region welcomes Big Sean to Soundset 2015, a hip hop utopia where you can find rap legends performing on the same stage as newcomers.  (Photo: Brad Barket/Getty Images)

Finally Famous – June 2015 - Get ready for Detroit's finest! Big Sean is not only nominated for Best Male Hip Hop Artist, Video of the Year and Best Collaboration for "IDFWU," featuring E-40, he's also going to be taking the stage to perform for the 2015 BET Awards on Sunday, June 28 at 8P/7C!  (Photo: )

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Finally Famous – June 2015 - Get ready for Detroit's finest! Big Sean is not only nominated for Best Male Hip Hop Artist, Video of the Year and Best Collaboration for "IDFWU," featuring E-40, he's also going to be taking the stage to perform for the 2015 BET Awards on Sunday, June 28 at 8P/7C!  (Photo: )