21 Savage’s Top 5 Collaborations That Took Hip-Hop to the Next Level
21 Savage has repeatedly proven he's a force in the rap game.
What truly sets one of Time Magazine’s Most Influential People of 2024 apart, beyond his countless hits, is his ability to collaborate with some of the biggest names in music. Whether it's his seamless chemistry with artists like Drake, J Cole, and others or his knack for bringing his signature style to unexpected genres, 21 Savage’s collaborations have helped reshape the sound of hip-hop. In honor of his 32nd birthday, we’re highlighting those moments. From chart-topping anthems to career-defining verses, here are 21 Savage's top five collaborations that not only boosted his career but also helped elevate hip-hop to new heights.
Cardi B — “Bartier Cardi” feat. 21 Savage
Cardi B teamed up with the rapper for her single ”Bartier Cardi.” While 21's verse was most certainly a highlight moment, his ad-libs helped make the track one of the biggest songs of 2017.
J.I.D. — “Surround Sound” feat 21 Savage and Baby Tate
21’s performance on J.I.D’s “Surround Sound” is a masterclass in effortless cool, marking his first collaboration with fellow Atlanta native J.I.D and Baby Tate.
“A Lot” feat. J. Cole
21 teamed up with J. Cole for one of the most introspective tracks of his career, “A Lot.” The Grammy-winning record shows that the emcee can seamlessly transition from street anthems to meaningful, socially conscious records.
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Drake and 21 Savage — “Rich Flex”
21 Savage exudes confidence during his performance on the smash hit “Rich Flex” alongside frequent collaborator Drake. The song also hit the top spot on the Billboard Global 200, marking Drake's second time and 21 Savage's first.
Post Malone — “Rockstar” feat. 21 Savage
Post Malone’s 2017 smash hit “Rockstar” took over the airwaves and cemented 21 Savage as a significant player in mainstream rap.
With its haunting melody and smooth production, 21's verse brought grit to Post Malone’s melodic style and earned the duo two Grammy nominations for Record of the Year and Best Rap/Sung Performance at the 61st annual event. The music video has been viewed on YouTube over 1.2 billion times.
