NEW ALBUM: 21 Savage “WHAT HAPPENED TO THE STREETS?”

Savage (Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph), chaos-this surprise project marks his first full-length release since american dream in January 2024. The 14-track album clocks in at around 45 minutes and dives into themes of street life, betrayal, loss, hustling, revenge, and personal evolution, reflecting on how fame and violence have reshaped the “streets” that defined his early career. It’s produced primarily by frequent collaborators like Metro Boomin, with a moody, trap-infused sound blending gritty menace and introspective maturity. The title poses a rhetorical question about the decline of street culture amid snitching, RICO cases, and senseless murders, echoing losses of peers like Takeoff, Nipsey Hussle, and Young Dolph. Out of the 14 tracks, 9 feature guest artists who bring diverse energies-from gritty street tales to melodic flexes—without overpowering 21’s signature monotone menace. The lineup emphasizes loyalty to Slaughter Gang affiliates, OVO connections, and rising trap voices, creating a cohesive Southern trap vibe. Metro Boomin, while primarily a producer here, steps into the booth for one track, blurring the lines between collaborator and features which include Lil Baby, Young Nudy, Latto,Drake ,G Herbo, Southside and Zaytoven.
