Big Sean spoke with Billboard about his favorite guest verses of his career as the Detroit rapper reflected on more than 15 years of collaborations with major artists across genres. In the interview, Sean highlighted working with rap heavyweights such as Drake, Jay-Z and Kanye West, as well as pop stars like Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande, emphasizing the respect he holds for artists he’s collaborated with and the natural fit he aims for on every track.

Sean detailed how his feature work in 2025 continued to showcase his versatility, appearing on over 20 tracks this year across a range of styles from lyrical sparring with peers to contributions that nod to childhood influences, including a recent song with Will Smith titled Beautiful Scars, released in January 2025, where Sean’s verse underscores themes of resilience and perseverance.

Reflecting on past highlights, the Billboard feature noted Sean’s role on tracks like Drake’s “All Me,” a collaboration dating back to 2013 that has been remembered by fans for its standout verses, with Drake and Sean’s interplay often underscored in fan discussions.

Sean’s remarks also revisited memorable moments from the “Clique” era with Kanye West and Jay-Z, and stories about studio sessions where verses were chosen and celebrated by his collaborators, illustrating the deep ties and shared history behind many of his favorite features.

In addition to his reflections on established hits, Sean’s recent feature work has drawn attention from fans online, where listeners have catalogued his contributions across various songs in 2024 and 2025, noting his presence on tracks like “Michigan,” “FTW,” “Party Favours” and others as part of his continued influence as a sought-after guest artist.

As discussions around collaborations remain active in the music community, Sean’s breakdown of his favorite features underscores a career built not only on his solo work but also on a significant legacy of guest verses alongside some of the biggest names in rap and pop.