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21 Savage

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Shékeydia “Savage” Banks rose to prominence in the late 2010s with his distinctive monotone flow and brutally honest lyrics exploring themes of street life, violence, and personal reflection, becoming one of hip-hop’s most commercially successful figures.

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What is 21 Savage's real name?

21 Savage is Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph, not Shékeydia Banks. He was born in London and later grew up in Atlanta, a background that became widely discussed after his 2019 immigration arrest.

Which album includes 21 Savage's song a lot?

"a lot," featuring J. Cole, opens 21 Savage's 2018 album I Am > I Was. The song won Best Rap Song at the 2020 Grammy Awards.

Are Savage Mode and Savage Mode II collaborative albums?

Yes, both projects pair 21 Savage with producer Metro Boomin. Savage Mode arrived in 2016, while Savage Mode II followed in 2020 with narration by Morgan Freeman.

What was 21 Savage's role on Her Loss?

Her Loss is a full collaborative studio album by Drake and 21 Savage, released in 2022. It followed earlier collaborations including "Sneakin'" and the chart-topping "Jimmy Cooks."