The Big Homie is a rapper from Detroit, Michigan. The Big Homie's Early Life and Background. The Big Homie was born and raised in Detroit, where the hustle of urban life blended seamlessly with a rich tapestry of musical influences. Growing up in a close-knit family, they were often surrounded by the sounds of classic vinyl records that played from sunup to sundown. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.