Big Sean, Jhené Aiko team up for joint EP
By David Wells | April 10, 2016When the two artists announced they were working on a joint EP, much was expected. With “TWENTY88,” however, neither of them brings much innovation to the table.
When the two artists announced they were working on a joint EP, much was expected. With “TWENTY88,” however, neither of them brings much innovation to the table.
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