From Friends To Forever? A Look At Jhené Aiko & Big Sean’s Relationship In The Last Decade

Jhené Aiko and Big Sean are undeniably one of music’s most beloved couples and collaborators. Fans have wanted them together since their 2016 album, ‘Twenty88.’ Well, everyone’s wish came true as the duo solidified their status by welcoming their first child together in November 2022.

Before confirming the arrival of their baby, the Detroit rapper and Los Angeles-bred songstress experienced an on-again, off-again relationship. Recently, a viral clip from Jhené’s Los Angeles concert on July 31 seemingly hinted that she might want to take their relationship a step further.

Keep scrolling to see a timeline of Jhené Aiko and Big Sean’s relationship, details about their first child, and their current status.

June 2015: Sean & Jhené Star Link Up For ‘I Know’ Music Video

Roomies, it seems the ‘I Know’ music video might’ve sparked Jhené and Sean’s romance. PEOPLE reports that the pair referred to their bond as a friendship back then.

But it seemed like more than that as the duo plays two elderly lovers enjoying a special night together in a senior citizen home. ‘I Know’ appeared on Big Sean’s sophomore album, ‘Dark Sky Paradise.’

2016: Jhené Aiko & Sean Drop ‘Twenty88’

After collaborating on songs for their individual projects, Big Sean and Aiko chose to join forces for their EP, ‘Twenty88.’ Their album took the world by storm and still remains in music conversations to this day!

Their sexy album cover made fans speculate about their relationship status. However, when the record dropped, Aiko was married to producer Dot da Genius. Newsweek confirms that Jhené was married to Dot da Genius from 2014 until 2016 before filing for divorce.

2016: Sean & Jhené Kiss On Stage

Roomies, this is when things started to heat up, and fans got closer to their relationship wishes! During their joint performance at the Power 106 Powerhouse Festival, Sean wrapped his arms around Jhené’s waist and ended the set with a kiss, sparking dating rumors.

September 2017: Jhené Aiko Confirms Feelings For Big Sean

In 2017, Jhené discussed her relationship with Big Sean for the first time in an exclusive interview with Billboard. She expressed her appreciation for their bond, noting that they started out as friends.

“When I met Sean, I had a boyfriend and he was showing interest in me, but I was like, I have a boyfriend. But we were friends, it was never, nothing disrespectful ever happened between me and Sean. We were forced to really, really get to know each other on a friendship level, you know what I mean? And to the point where he was even at my brother’s funeral. We talk to each other on a friendship level throughout all of my relationship.”

The ‘Stay Ready’ singer further explained that years later, they chose to consider a relationship since they were both single at the time.

“It just came to a point where it was like, ‘I’m single, you’re single, we love each other.’ We actually already loved each other as people and then it was like, Okay, let’s just, you know, be together. So it was different because of that friendship. That comes first, we’re friends before anything. We can bicker like a friendship.”

Jhené revealed that she considers Sean like family because of their long friendship and sees him as the love of her life.

“I don’t know what the future holds, but as far as my life goes right now, yeah, he’s L-O-M-L,” she told Billboard.

March 2019: The Singer Sparks Breakup Talks

Despite their blossoming romance, the musicians quietly confirmed their decision to part ways. In fact, Jhené sparked the conversation with her comment on an Instagram post from The Shade Room.

The ‘Above and Beyond’ musician shared a photo of herself in the studio on her Instagram Story at the time, captioning it, “Tonight . . . 3 new freestyles complete. 2019. Speaking truth only. You cannot control me. I’m feeling strangely sane today.”

After a social media user jumped into The Shade Room comment section, writing, “Well. Big Sean… she finna snitch.” Jhené quickly responded to share an update on her and Sean.

“Me and Sean are good. I’ve got tons of love for him. My next album is all freestyles, where I touch on many subjects and relationships … past, present, and future. I know you all love the drama and would like to think everything I do or say is about him, but I’ve been through plenty of other things and situations that I pull inspiration from when I sit down to create a song. Have a good day,” she wrote.

March 2021: Back On? Sean & Jhené Aiko Attend The GRAMMYs Together

In March 2021, the pair appeared to be doing well as they walked the Grammy’s red carpet together.

That year, Big Sean received a nomination for best rap performance, while Jhené’s album ‘Chilombo’ earned nominations in three different categories.

July 2022: Baby On Board For The Singer & Rapper

In July 2022, Jhené decided to pop out and show ’em, literally!

PEOPLE revealed that the couple was spotted walking out in Los Angeles with Jhené proudly displaying her baby bump. The outlet later confirmed that they were expecting their first child together.

October 2022: Gender Reveal

In October 2022, the pair shocked fans when they confirmed the gender of their baby while performing in Los Angeles.

According to E! News, Big Sean cradled Jhené’s baby bump and then looked out into the audience, saying, “Make some noise for our baby boy.” 

November 2022: Musicians Welcome Their First Child

In November 2022, congratulations were in order for the couple as they confirmed their arrival and welcomed their first son, Noah Hasani.

Noah is Sean’s first child and Jhene’s second. She shares a 15-year-old daughter, Namiko Love, with Omarion’s brother O’Ryan.

RELATED: WATCH: Jhené Aiko & Big Sean Share First TikTok With 2-Month-Old Son Noah

August 2024: Where’s The Ring?

Now, Jhené Aiko and Big Sean are going viral after he surprised fans at her ‘The Magic Hour’ tour stop in Los Angeles.

While fans excitedly watched Sean surprise everyone at the concert, a moment between him and Aiko is now going viral. The 12-second clip shows Sean rapping the first verse of his song ‘Beware’ to Jhené.

“…’Cause you take anything and just make it everything. Kept my phone on silent ever since you got a ring, funny, right? And I never cheated; I mean, maybe once or twice. But one time don’t change everything. She ask why I don’t feel the same…”

As he rapped, Jhené seemingly made dismissive gestures at him. When he reached the lyrics ” Got a Ring,” Jhené looked at her hand, turned to him, and said, “What ring?” Trying not to laugh, Big Sean walked over to Jhené and tapped the same that she extended.

In a new interview with Charlamagne Tha God, Big Sean explained his stance on marrying his son’s mother.

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