Will Smith Taps Big Sean for ‘The Matrix’-Inspired ‘Beautiful Scars’ Trailer

Will Smith and Big Sean are teaming up for their “Beautiful Scars” single later this week, and they raised hype around the track with a cinematic trailer turning back the clock.

Once upon a time, Smith declined the lead role in The Matrix series, electing to star in 1999’s Wild Wild West instead. The Oscar-winning actor seemingly looks to rewrite history with The Matrix-inspired teaser starring Big Sean.

Smith and Sean do their best Neo and Morpheus impressions as the multi-hyphenate is left with choosing between the red and blue pill to change the outcome in his life.

“Look, you’ve made some awesome career choices your whole life,” the Detroit rapper tells Smith. “There’s only one you truly regret. Well, maybe two. But we’re not gonna focus on that one.”

Essentially, the blue pill will keep Smith’s life as is while the red allows him to go back in time and take on that Matrix role and see how the rest of his career would’ve played out.

“I really like my life right now,” Smith replies before ripping both pills and guzzling them down quick. “That wasn’t even an option,” Sean says in surprise.

Will Smith has a busy 2025 in store as he’s seemingly in album mode and gearing up to unleash his first LP in 20 years. Smith closed out 2024 teaming up with Joyner Lucas for “Tantrum,” and Will’s slated to headline Positiv Festival in France this summer.

“Beautiful Scars” serves as the first collab between Sean Don and Smith. Look for the track to hit streaming services on Friday.

For now, watch the trailer below.