Who expected Big Sean to sample a classic USHER song? Probably not many, but that’s exactly what he did for his new album.
Big Sean pulled from USHER’s “Superstar” from the iconic “Confessions” album for his track “Who You Are (Superstar)”. While the sample isn’t immediately obvious, a back-to-back listen reveals the connection.
Rather than getting clearance through the usual channels, Big Sean went straight to USHER for his blessing. The Neighborhood Watch reshared a delightful clip of the two artists vibing to the demo on Sean’s Instagram.
In a world where industry bitterness often prevails, it’s refreshing to see USHER and Big Sean showing respect and love for one another. USHER’s enthusiastic approval of the sample flip is evident in the video.
Big Sean shared some additional context, mentioning that the song had been in development for about a year. He emphasized, “This was like a year ago when the song was just the demo. I had to make sure it was appropriate to sample such a classic 🔥”
With the buzz surrounding this, fans are hopeful that USHER and Big Sean might collaborate in the future.
In a music scene often marred by rivalry, the mutual respect between USHER and Big Sean is a breath of fresh air. Their positive interaction reminds us of the collaborative spirit that defines truly great music.
