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Unmasking 21 Savage: What's 21 Savage's Real Name? (Facts)

By  Amely Kling DDS   May 21, 2025
Unmasking 21 Savage: What's 21 Savage's Real Name? (Facts)

In the ever-evolving landscape of hip-hop, where stage names often eclipse reality, have you ever paused to wonder about the person behind the moniker? The truth about 21 Savage's identity is far more intricate and compelling than his intimidating stage presence suggests.

21 Savage, the name that reverberates through the music industry, belongs to Shyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph. Born on October 22, 1992, in London, England, his journey to becoming a celebrated rapper is a narrative rich with transatlantic influences and personal evolution. The moniker "21 Savage" isn't merely a catchy label; it's a reflection of his past, alluding to his affiliation with the "21 Savage" street gang in Atlanta, Georgia, a period that significantly shaped his worldview.

21 Savage: Biographical and Professional Details
Birth Name Shyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph
Stage Name 21 Savage
Date of Birth October 22, 1992
Place of Birth London, England
Citizenship British (by birth), U.S. Resident
Occupation Rapper, Songwriter, Record Producer
Genre Trap, Hip Hop, R&B
Years Active 2013 Present
Associated Acts Drake, Metro Boomin, Offset, Travis Scott, Post Malone
Discography Highlights
  • Issa Album (2017)
  • I Am > I Was (2018)
  • Savage Mode (with Metro Boomin) (2016)
  • Savage Mode II (with Metro Boomin) (2020)
Awards & Nominations
  • Grammy Award for Best Rap Song ("A Lot" ft. J. Cole)
Label(s) Slaughter Gang, Epic, Republic
External Links
AllMusic Profile

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