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21 Savage Will Perform In London For First Time Ever At Homecoming Show

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21 Savage is going back home, and he’s choosing to do so in a monumental way for his life and career. Moreover, he and his team at Live Nation recently announced a homecoming concert in London on November 30 at the O2 Arena, with special guests Baby Drill and 21 Lil Harold. This would mark the 30-year-old’s first show ever in the United Kingdom, and among his first-ever international shows. For those unaware, he recently officially became a U.S. resident, can now travel freely, and gave fans his first-ever international performance during his It’s All A Blur tour with Drake’s final show in Toronto.

Furthermore, the Slaughter Gang MC’s homecoming spectacle has presale and general public sale windows. The first, for the presale, goes up on Wednesday (October 11) on Live Nation’s website, and the general tickets go out on Friday (October 13). Considering how hard 21 Savage fought to secure his freedom, this is an incredibly exciting but also fulfilling conclusion to that saga. While he made a life for himself in the United States, there’s no place like home after such a long time away from it… and being barred from the chance to return in the first place.

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What’s more is that the Atlanta-based hitmaker teased a trip back to London recently. In fact, Drake suggested that they’re both heading out for it, so Drizzy will likely be a surprise guest there. Either that, or they’re plotting a full international tour, rumors that media attached to solely 21 Savage following recent reports. Whatever the case, it looks like British fans will get a real treat come November.

Meanwhile, he faced these issues because he traveled to the U.S. from the U.K. at a young age, and then authorities arrested him years later for an expired visa. Criminal charges that stem from the arrest in question also played a factor in his case’s difficult progress through court. His lawyer clarified last week that he cleared all roadblocks from ICE and affirmed his status. Now, he aims to enjoy the ride. For more news and the latest updates on 21 Savage, stay up to date on HNHH.

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21 Savage Is Officially A U.S. Resident, Announces Return To London & Drake Responds

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21 Savage is now officially a legal and permanent resident of the United States, but he wants to go back home soon. Moreover, this is a result of his immigration case with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement office (ICE) finalizing, a years-long battle that prevented him from attending his It’s All A Blur tour stops with Drake in Canada this year. For those unaware, the Atlanta-based rapper was born in the U.K. and lived there until he moved to the States when he was seven years old. There, his family raised him, he formed relationships and a family of his own, and he found success as a rap artist. But ICE arrested the 30-year-old in 2019 over an expired visa, and alleged criminal charges from the Georgia detainment held the case back for years even after they released him on bond.

“I knew I wasn’t born here,” he told Good Morning America in 2021. “But I didn’t know like, what that meant as far as when I transitioned into an adult, how it was going to affect my life.” Now, 21 Savage’s legal team confirmed that this all resolved, and he can now travel freely as a legal U.S. citizen. “She’yaa Bin Abraham-Joseph followed all applicable Immigration laws since his initial detention by ICE,” his attorney Charles H. Kuck in a statement. “His immigration court proceedings have now been terminated and he is a lawful permanent resident of the United States with the freedom to travel internationally.” What’s more is that the “Calling For You” MC also announced that he will return to his London home very soon.

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Not only that, but even Drake replied to all this with some excitement. “*we’re,” he wrote under 21 Savage’s announcement post, which appears to contain clips of his childhood across the pond. It’s heartening to see, especially since Drizzy broke this news to begin with. “Savage got a green card straight out of the consulate,” he rapped on “8AM In Charlotte.” “Where I go, you go, brother, we Yugoslavian.”

Meanwhile, it’s unclear why or in what capacity the Slaughter Gang hitmaker will return to the U.K. Regardless, this is ample cause for celebration after years of struggle. Best wishes out to 21 Savage for this big move, which will hopefully bring him peace and happiness. For more news and the latest updates on the fan-favorite feature killer, keep checking in with HNHH.

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21 Savage Has Been Cleared To Travel Internationally And Is Planning A Return To London, Where He Was Born

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It looks like 21 Savage can finally join Drake on the It’s All A Blur Tour for international dates. The Atlanta rapper’s legal team has confirmed that he has been cleared to travel globally.

“She’yaa Bin Abraham-Joseph followed all applicable Immigration laws since his initial detention by ICE,” said 21’s lawyer Charles H Kuck in a statement. “His immigration court proceedings have now been terminated and he is a lawful permanent resident of the United States with the freedom to travel internationally.”

In tandem with the news, 21 took to Instagram to share a video montage of himself performing, juxtaposed with clips and photos from his childhood in London.

In February of 2019, 21 was arrested and detained by ICE. He was later released from immigration custody on a $100,000.

In an interview with Good Morning America, 21 revealed that he was born in London, and his mother brought him to the United States when he was seven years old. At the time, 21 didn’t know what a Visa was. He revealed that his Visa expired in 2006.

“I knew I wasn’t born here,” he said. “But I didn’t know like, what that meant as far as when I transitioned into an adult, how it was going to affect my life.”

At the end of the celebratory video, a screen reads “London…Im Comin’ Home.”

In the comments, Drake commented “*we’re.”

You can see the video above.

Drake Accused Of Interpolating Pet Shop Boys Song Without Permission

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All day today rap fans have been digesting Drake’s highly-anticipated new album For All The Dogs. He gave fans quite a bit to chew over with a feature packed tracklist. SZA, J. Cole, Bad Bunny, 21 Savage, Lil Yachty, and many more appear across the album’s 23-song tracklist. The project also reignites MANY old beefs that Drizzy has dealt with in the past. But it may have even sparked some new beefs with various artists whose songs were used without permission on the album.

Earlier today Rye Rye came forward claiming that the sample Drake used of her vocals wasn’t cleared. She claims that her vocal appear on the song “Calling For You” which features 21 Savage and appears early on the album. She made a tweet explaining how much she appreciates artistry but that she can’t even celebrate her inclusion because she wasn’t credited. Now, synth pop duo Pet Shop Boys are making similar accusations. They made a tweet claiming that the interpolation of their song “West End Girls” on the For All The Dogs song “All The Parties” was never cleared. “No credit given or permission requested,” they conclude their tweet on the issue. Check out their full statement below.

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Drake Accused Of Not Giving Proper Credit Again

Among the attempts that Drake makes to restart numerous beefs on the album, Rihanna and The Weeknd stand out the most. The Weeknd is the only one whose name was mentioned directly, but fans online are still debating whether it was intended as a proper diss or not.

Rihanna on the other hand go an entire verse full of wordplay making reference to her. It repeats the word Anti over and over, which is the name of Rihanna’s last album. What do you think of Pet Shop Boys claiming that Drake used their song without asking them for permission? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Seemingly Thanks To Drake, 21 Savage Will Reportedly Leave The US For The First Time In Years For The ‘It’s All A Blur Tour’

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As rapped in his cult-classic song “Know Yourself,” Drake enjoyed riding around his hometown, Toronto, Canada (or the 6), with his woes. According to TMZ, fellow rapper and collaborator 21 Savage might be riding shotgun with him soon. The outlet has reported that 21 Savage will appear at both Toronto dates (October 6 and 7) of the It’s All A Blur Tour.

The joint tour initially kicked off in July. However, due to 21 Savage’s immigration case, he hasn’t been allowed to perform during the international dates. When the tour made a two-night stop (August 29 and 30) in Vancouver, Travis Scott filled in as a special guest. Before that, J. Cole did the honors for the Montreal shows on July 14 and 15.

On Drake’s new single, “8AM In Charlotte,” he hinted that 21 Savage’s immigration issues were nearly behind him, rapping, “Savage got a green card straight out of the consulate / Where I go, you go, brother, we Yugoslavian.” The legal battle began in 2019 when 21 Savage (real name Sha Yaa Bin Abraham-Joseph) was arrested by Immigration And Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents for overstaying his visa in addition to possession of a schedule II controlled substance and possession of a gun.

Many entertainers, including Jay-Z, Meek Mill, and more, have thrown their support behind 21 Savage as he continues to fight to gain US citizenship.

21 Savage Embarking On International Tour After Immigration Struggles: Report

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It looks like there might be more to Drake’s bar about 21 Savage on “8AM On Charlotte” than we thought. Moreover, he confirmed that his It’s All A Blur tour companion got his green card, and is now able to travel following a long bout with ICE concerning immigration issues. “Savage got a green card straight out of the consulate. Where I go, you go, brother, we Yugoslavian,” the 6 God rapped on the cut. However, a source allegedly told Billboard that there might be more to this development. Apparently, the Slaughter Gang rapper is planning an international tour following this freedom, the outlet reported.

For those unaware, 21 Savage was born in the United Kingdom and legally moved to the U.S. when he was seven years old. ICE officials detained and arrested him in February of 2019 due to claims of an expired visa, claiming that he was “unlawfully present.” While the Atlanta MC eventually got out, this issue meant that he couldn’t travel overseas. This cut into It’s All A Blur (J. Cole and Travis Scott filled in for him for their Canada dates in Vancouver and Montreal), but it looks like he’ll be able to wrap things up with Drake for their final tour stops in Canada, specifically the OVO mogul’s home city of Toronto.

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INDIO, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 16: 21 Savage performs at the Sahara Tent at 2022 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival weekend 1 – day 2 on April 16, 2022 in Indio, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Coachella)

“I called [Meek Mill] while I was in jail and told Meek, ‘Bro, I just got locked up,’” 21 Savage told the My Expert Opinion podcast with Math Hoffa during an interview last year. “He called Jay-Z, and Jay-Z put a lawyer on my case, he played a role in getting me out. He ain’t just doing that s**t for anybody just because you rap. You gotta be from a certain cloth. I don’t feel like he’s just doing that for anybody. I ain’t Roc Nation or none of that s**t.”

Meanwhile, a criminal case concerning alleged firearm and drug possession during the 2019 arrest had delayed significant legal progress when it came to this immigration dispute. Now, though, amid rumors of a new album coming soon, it looks like the 30-year-old will be able to move freely. Again, these rumors of a tour are purely speculative and based on unknown sources, but it’s nonetheless exciting to consider. For more news and updates on 21 Savage, stay logged into HNHH.

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Did 21 Savage Get A Green Card?

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For some years, 21 Savage has been locked in an immigration dispute that has made his career more difficult. During his recent tour with Drake, he missed two Canadian dates, including Drake’s hometown Toronto show and the stop in Vancouver. He was replaced on these stops by J. Cole and Travis Scott, respectively, but surely, there were fans who wish they could have seen the Atlanta rapper, especially in the wake of his joint album with Drake, Her Loss.

However, according to a line on Drake’s newest song, Savage’s immigration struggles could soon be coming to an end — or at least, getting easier.

Did 21 Savage Get A Green Card?

In Drake’s new song “8AM In Charlotte,” the superstar raps, “Savage got a green card straight out of the consulate / Where I go, you go, brother, we Yugoslavian.” Tortured pun aside, this would seem to confirm that 21’s immigration status has been confirmed and that he’s got permission to stay in the US. While TMZ has interpreted this to mean the case is closed, though, it’ll probably be best to wait until official confirmation comes straight from the horse’s mouth.

However, we should be finding out soon; Drake and 21’s tour is set to return to Toronto this weekend, according to TMZ, so if Savage does have license to exit the country (and return, which was always the real problem), then fans in Drake’s hometown should be treated to songs like “A Lot,” “X,” and “Bank Account,” as well as the full Drake set featuring their collaborations such as as “Jimmy Cooks,” “Knife Talk,” and “Rich Flex.”

For background: 21 Savage’s immigration troubles stem from a 2019 arrest which left him in ICE detention as the result of an expired visa. It turned out that Savage, who was born in London, was brought to the US as a child but his visa expired when he was just 13 years old. Although he was in the process of applying for a new one, his case was delayed by some criminal charges against him as well as the COVID-19 pandemic.

If he really does have Permanent Resident Card (the so-called “green card”), it would mean he could tour abroad with no fear of being barred reentry into the United States — a fate that befell fellow UK immigrants Slick Rick and MF DOOM — and mean he would be able to pursue new performance opportunities befitting his stature in hip-hop. This is one time we hope Drake’s right — we’ll even forgive that atrocious dad joke of a punchline.

Drake Confirms 21 Savage Got Green Card, Ending Immigration Case

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Drake just released a surprise single on Instagram, “8AM In Charlotte,” and the timestamp song unsurprisingly contained some standout bars for fans that caused a lot of conversation. Of course, the most obvious example of these is people fishing for Kanye West disses on this track, which appear subliminally but in a way that’s hard to ignore. Still, other fans instead focused on a huge development in these lyrics. Moreover, he confirmed that 21 Savage got a green card, seemingly bringing an end to his years-long struggles with immigration agencies in the United States. “Savage got a green card straight out of the consulate,” Drizzy rapped. “Where I go, you go, brother, we Yugoslavian.”

For those unaware, the Atlanta trap star was actually born in the United Kingdom, and was detained by ICE in 2019 for issues stemming from a years-long expired visa, plus alleged discovery of firearms and codeine whose criminal nature delayed the immigration case amid the pandemic. It’s a tangled and complicated web, and one that quite unjustly targeted someone who lived his whole life in the States and began to make an impactful career and raise a family there. Regardless, it’s heartening to hear that 21 Savage seemingly put these issues behind him, even if we heard it from Drake and not from him own mouth. It means that he will finally be able to move as he pleases, not just travel-wise, but for all his career ambitions and personal needs.

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Furthermore, this was also something that heavily affected their joint tour, It’s All A Blur, this year. For example, Travis Scott and J. Cole replaced 21 Savage for the Canada dates of their tour, since he couldn’t go past U.S. borders. Still, Drake and 21 managed to give fans amazing performances and chemistry despite these roadblocks, and it’s clear this didn’t hamper their determination to make it something special. In fact, it convinced them that they had to work that much harder. It’s also interesting because the duo has two shows in Canada this weekend, so maybe 21 will pop out for the release celebration of Aubrey Graham’s album For All The Dogs.

Meanwhile, apparently TMZ confirmed with the Dekalb Co. Clerk, who managed the immigration case, that they closed it. It will be interesting to see what the “Glock In My Lap” MC will be able to do now with these restrictions vanishing. We’re sure that there’s still some leftover logistical hoops to jump through, and that this struggle doesn’t end so simply. But it looks like he’s on the right path, and it’s a freedom he’s deserved for a long time. For more news and updates on Drake and 21 Savage, stick around on HNHH.

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Drake’s ‘It Was All A Blur Tour’ Hits A Roadblock With 6 Unconfirmed Dates

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Drake’s highly anticipated It Was All A Blur Tour has hit a bump in the road as the Canadian rapper has postponed six tour dates, leaving fans in limbo. As the anticipation builds, fans have taken to social media to voice their thoughts on the situation. ‘Runnin’ Through The 6 With My Woes’  Drake’s It […]

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Sexyy Red, Offset, DaBaby & More Set To Rock The Stage At The 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards

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The 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards is gearing up for a star-studded night as they announce performances by Sexyy Red, Offset, and DaBaby. This year’s ceremony will also commemorate the 30th anniversary of the influential So So Def Recordings label, uniting hip-hop legends for an unforgettable celebration. 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards  In an exciting […]

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