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Rappers Who Have Earned Both An Oscar & Grammy

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Hip hop and awards shows have always had a tumultuous relationship. The Grammys didn’t even recognize the genre until 1989, which, in hindsight, is simply ridiculous. However, rappers have been treated with even less regard when it comes to other “prestigious” awards shows. The first rap track to even get nominated at the Academy Awards wasn’t until 2002. There hasn’t exactly been a deluge of nominations or wins since then.

Regardless of the hard-traveled roads these awards shows create for hip hop artists, there have been some big wins at both. While the Grammys have plenty of rap-centric categories, the limited space the Oscars present has always been a hurdle. However, some rappers have broken through at “Hollywood’s Biggest Night.” Some took home a statue in surprising categories. As of this writing, there have been a total of three rap artists who have won both a Grammy and an Oscar. AND THE WINNERS ARE:

Eminem

Since 2000, Eminem has earned 15 Grammy Awards and twice as many nominations. In fact, Slim Shady has earned the fourth most wins overall, only bested by icons like Kendrick Lamar, Ye, and Jay-Z.  The Detroit rapper’s victories have been spread out over several Grammy categories, including Best Rap Album, Best Rap Song, and Best Music Video.

Despite having a litany of music industry accolades under his belt, Eminem’s most surprising win was earned in 2003. At the 75th Academy Awards, he took home the Best Original Song Oscar for “Lose Yourself” from the film 8 Mile. Directed by Curt Hanson (L.A. Confidential), the semi-autobiographical film garnered praise from critics and fans of Marshall Mathers alike. While Eminem didn’t receive a nomination for acting, he did make Academy Awards history by being the first rapper to win an Oscar.

Eminem’s Academy win didn’t exactly open the floodgates for hip hop artists, but it did set a precedent. Two years later, Memphis rap group Three 6 Mafia would win in the same category for their track “It’s Hard Out Here for a Pimp” from the film Hustle & Flow. Other artists like Kendrick Lamar would go on to earn nominations years later. Sadly, the next rapper to win an Oscar for Best Original Song wouldn’t be until 2015.

Common

The Chicago-based rapper Common underwent several artistic evolutions during his illustrious career. However, he has always been a conscious figure in rap music, proselytizing street-smart politics through smooth delivery and insightful bars. Despite being nominated twenty times, the rapper has only won three Grammy awards.

Common won his first for the Erykah Badu song “Love of My Life (An Ode to Hip-Hop)” in 2003. The song was a duet between Badu and Common, who were romantically involved at the time of its recording. The track was from the film Brown Sugar and helped propel the soundtrack to No. 16 on the Billboard 200 charts. In 2008, he won his second Grammy for “Southside” from his seventh album Finding Forever. Along with Kanye West, he took home the award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group award.

However, the biggest win for Common was the one-two punch of earning an Oscar and Grammy for the same song. At the 2015 Academy Awards, Common won the Oscar for Best Original Song for “Glory” from Selma. A year later, Common and co-writers John Legend and Rhymefest would also win the Best Song Written for Visual Media Grammy. In 2017, Common won an Emmy, leaving him just a Tony award away from the coveted “EGOT.”

Will Smith

Will Smith has been a facet of pop culture for nearly four decades. From being in the hip hop duo DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince to starring in summer blockbusters, Smith has dominated every artist field he’s entered. His cultural presence has practically been unmatched by his peers. In 1989, Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff won the inaugural Grammy award for Best Rap Performance for the song “Parents Just Don’t Understand.” The track would go on to be a playful anthem for kids everywhere.

DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince would also earn their second Grammy in 1993 for the song “Summertime.” The duo would eventually call it quits a year later as Smith was looking to pursue his acting career full-time. However, in the late ‘90s, Smith would return to music as a solo artist. His return to music earned him two more Grammys for the songs “Men in Black” and “Gettin’ Jiggy wit It.”

While Smith’s music career has seemingly been put to rest, his acting has only gained more momentum. Smith was nominated for his first Oscar in 2002 for his portrayal of Muhammad Ali in the biopic Ali. Five years later, he would earn his second Academy Award nod for the film The Pursuit of Happyness. But apparently, the third time was a charm when Will Smith finally took home the statue in 2022. Smith played Richard Williams, father of Serena and Venus Williams, in the film King Richard. The film not only earned Smith the Best Actor in a Leading Role Oscar but also a Best Picture nomination.

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Summer Walker On Her Grammy Snub: “I Feel Like I Got Played”

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Summer Walker says that she feels like she “got played” by The Recording Academy after her albums Over It and Still Over It were both snubbed at the Grammys. Walker discussed her lack of recognition at the awards show during an appearance on Caresha Please, last week.

“Honestly, both albums, Over It and Still Over It, really did the numbers. I don’t know. I feel like I got played,” she told host Yung Miami. “The numbers was there. The fans was there. When I pop out for a show, sold out every time.”

Read More: Summer Walker Rants About Narcissistic Men’s Mothers On “Caresha Please”

Summer Walker During Grammy Week

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – APRIL 02: Summer Walker attends The Black Music Collective GRAMMY week celebration on April 02, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/WireImage)

Walker further vented: “I don’t f*cking know why they played me. I do know why, but I ain’t gonna go into it. But it’s ok. The love is there, and the money is there. So it’s good.” Walker dropped Still Over It back in November 2021. The album debuted atop the US Billboard 200 and was the highest charting album from a female R&B artist since Beyonce’s Lemonade (2016).

Elsewhere in the interview, Walker discussed the father of her baby, London on da Track. She reflected on her song, “4th Baby Mama,” which frankly targets her ex. “I have no regrets,” Summer said of her decision to release the song. “There’s nothing worse to me than, like, men who have enabling mothers. Like, narcissists that have enabling mothers. Like, you could call a n***a mama and be like, ‘He just did this, he just did that.’ And they’ll be like, ‘What you do that make him do that?’”

Summer Walker Speaks With Yung Miami

Yung Miami has had many stars appear on her critically acclaimed talk show, including Megan Thee Stallion, Saweetie, Latto, and more. For her efforts, she split the BET Hip-Hop Award for Best Hip-Hop Platform in 2022 with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN for their podcast, Drink Champs.

Read More: Charlamagne Says “Caresha Please” Winning Best Hip-Hop Platform Was “Bulls**t”

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Summer Walker Felt ‘Played’ By The ‘Grammys Snub’: ‘The Numbers Was There, The Fans Was There’

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The 2023 Grammys are in the books. However, Summer Walker still has a bone to pick with the annual event’s voting board. The “Finding Peace” singer continues to air her grievances with the organization after not receiving any nominations for her past two albums.

During her appearance on Caresha Please, the songwriter told host Yung Miami that she felt played by the ‘snub.’ “Honestly, both albums, Over It and Still Over It, really did the numbers. I don’t know. I feel like I got played. The numbers was there. The fans was there. When I pop out for a show, sold out every time,” said Walker.

Adding, “I don’t f*cking know why they played me. I do know why, but I ain’t gonna go into it. But it’s ok. The love is there, and the money is there. So it’s good.”

This isn’t the first time the singer addressed the matter. Back in November, following the nomination ceremony, she took to Twitter, writing, “And as for the Grammys for a 2nd time, the math is literally not mathing. I was gone post some numbers, but it’s ok. At least the streets f*ck with me. Y’all always pack out every show and support every time I drop. So, thanks for the love I do receive.”

Watch the full interview above.

5 Rappers Who Have Been Banned From Award Shows

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Musical artists finding themselves in hot water with awards shows is nothing new. From onstage misbehaviors to legal issues, there are plenty of reasons artists are uninvited or outright banned from attending ceremonies. While some of these bans have been met with pushback from fanbases, others certainly held merit. Whether fans agreed with Awards Shows’ decisions or not, it’s hard to deny the cultural impact these bans have had. Let’s look at five rappers who have been barred from attending and/or performing at awards shows.

5. Chief Keef

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 05: Chief Keef performs during the 2022 Roots Picnic at The Mann at Fairmount Park on June 05, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Taylor Hill/Getty Images for Live Nation Urban)

Chief Keef has always been a controversial figure in the world of hip-hop. Back in 2013, Keef claimed he was banned from performing at the BET Awards, much to the rapper’s chagrin. He responded to the claim via social media, slamming the network for his exclusion.  The whole ordeal was steeped in hearsay.

However, in 2014 it seemed that Chief Keef found himself banned from the network entirely after a no-show for the program 106 & Park. This led to massive speculation as to what was happening behind the scenes. In an Instagram post, rapper and 106 & Park host Bow Wow confirmed that Keef had been “blackballed” by the network. Whatever the truth of the matter was, there is still bad blood between Keef and the network.

4. 6ix9ine

MIAMI, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 17: Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine performs during the MiamiBash 2021 at FTX Arena on December 17, 2021 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by John Parra/Getty Images,)

The controversial rapper, Tekashi 6ix9ine was scheduled to perform his hit song “FEFE” at the 2018 MTV Music Video Awards. According to Nicki Minaj, who features on the track, claimed the New York rapper was barred from performing at the awards show.

Minaj went on to claim she “fought” to get 6ix9ine on stage but was met with resistance from the awards show. But considering the heinous nature of Takeshi’s well-documented legal issues, it’s no surprise her pleas fell on deaf ears. 6ix9ine was convicted in 2015 of sexual misconduct with a minor.

3. Chris Brown

LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 22: Chris Brown performs at 2018 BET Experience Staples Center Concert, sponsored by COCA-COLA, at L.A. Live on June 22, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Earl Gibson III/Getty Images for BET)

Since 2009, R&B star Chris Brown has been the subject of controversy. The 34-year-old singer has quite a track record of being sued and accused of crimes including sexual misconduct and physical assault. Despite all the allegations and legal issues, Brown still has a large fan following.

However, it seemed his cultural attaché had its limits. In 2022, Brown took to social media, claiming he was banned from performing at award shows. In the post, Brown commented, “Awards show haven’t let me perform in years… yet my shows STILL SELL OUT.” Later, he confirmed that the BET Awards continue to bar him. Some fans were quick to take umbrage with this revelation. Regardless, Brown appears to still be banned from performing at award shows to this day.

2. Ye

WASHINGTON, DC – OCTOBER 11: (AFP OUT) Rapper Kanye West speaks during a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in the Oval office of the White House on October 11, 2018 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Oliver Contreras – Pool/Getty Images)

It’s hard to see Ye’s name in a headline and not cringe these days. Whether he’s violating social media rules or espousing pro-Hitler gibberish on far-right talk shows, he’s never far from controversy. Ye (formerly Kanye West) has always demanded the spotlight. He has certainly pushed the notion of “any press is good press” to the limits, with diminishing returns.

However, in 2022, the Chicago-based rapper/producer found himself banned from performing at the Grammy Awards. Representatives for the awards show cited Ye’s disturbing social media behavior as the key reason. Things have not gotten much better for the artist. Ye’s controversial (and outright horrific) statements continue to make him a pariah in the cultural zeitgeist, and rightfully so.

1. Will Smith

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 27: Will Smith accepts the Actor in a Leading Role award for ‘King Richard’ onstage during the 94th Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 27, 2022 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images)

At the 94th Academy Awards ceremony, actor and rapper Will Smith found himself in hot water. In what’s been dubbed “the slap heard around the world,” the Oscar-nominated actor took to the stage and smacked Chris Rock with an open palm. The moment was shocking and came after Rock had made disparaging remarks regarding Jada Pinkett Smith.

The fallout from “The Slap” led to Will Smith’s ten-year ban from the Academy Awards for his actions. Some Smith fans felt the ban was uncouth and unfair. Meanwhile, Rock would go on to discuss it in his standup special Selective Outrage!

Who Is Lucky Daye? From “American Idol” To Grammy Awards

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If you’re not aware of the singer Lucky Daye, you’re missing out! Starting out as a contestant on season 4 of American Idol, the singer has worked with big names in the music game. His songwriting credits include songs from stars including Beyoncé, Keith Sweat, Trey Songz, and Ariana Grande. However, his career as a lead artist has garnered a lot of love and critical praise during award season. Following his sophomore album, Candydrip, he cemented his place as one of the hottest R&B stars on the rise. Here’s everything you need to know about the singer taking the R&B world by storm, Lucky Daye

Lucky Daye’s Childhood

Lucky Daye performs
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Born David Debrandon Brown, Lucky Daye was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. During his childhood, his family was part of a now-defunct Christian church that forbade secular music, considering it a sin. This forced the artist solely sing and consume music during church. In fact, his musical knowledge was admittedly limited to church hymns. According to an interview with Vice, Daye says the church’s punishments against the children were harsh. Being accused of “back-talking” or not finishing all of their food would lead to corporal punishment.  

“I don’t know exactly what they had going on,” said Lucky Daye. “I just know there was a room that I hated that they put us in. If we talked, we would get beat. If we didn’t eat certain food or complained—it was always some petty stuff, like if you didn’t eat all of your food, you would get beat.” 

His parents eventually left the church and Daye’s love for R&B flourished. He fell in love with legends like Prince, Rick James, and Stevie Wonder who would shape his artistry. After the damages of Hurricane Katrina, the singer relocated to Tyler, Texas. He would later end up moving, once again, to Atlanta, Georgia. 

Songwriting & RCA Deal

Lucky Daye at AMAs
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The singer was able to establish himself as a songwriter and background vocalist during his time in Atlanta, where he began working with Keith Sweat and Ne-Yo. In the years that followed, he racked up even more credits on songs with Boyz II Men, Mary J. Blige, and Keke Palmer, among others. However, things took a turn for the better when he landed a deal with RCA Records and Keep Cool in 2018 before releasing his hit record, “Roll Some Mo.”

Grammy-Award Winner

Lucky Daye at the Grammys
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During the 2020 Grammy Awards, Lucky Daye was nominated for “Best R&B Performance” and “Best R&B Song” for his hit, “Roll Some Mo.” The same year, the artist’s second album, Painted was nominated for “Best R&B Album” as well. The artist took home his first Grammy Award in 2022 at the 64th Grammy Awards. He ended up taking home the “Best Progressive R&B Album” for his EP Table for Two. In 2023, his second album Candydrip was nominated for “Best R&B Album.” His work on Mary J. Blige’s Good Morning Gorgeous and Beyonce’s Rennaissance also landed him nominations for “Album of the Year” and “Best R&B Song.”

What’s Next For Singer Lucky Daye?

Lucky Daye on red carpet
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With a career getting the chance to work with some of the biggest names, Lucky Daye’s resume keeps growing. His solo career is full of hits as well, validated by the Grammy recognition making him a part of a select group of artists. Now getting the recognition he deserves from fans, and a string of successful releases, people are waiting to see more from the singer. With the past three years of his career being huge, we can’t wait to see what Lucky Daye does next! 

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Method Man Shows Love To GloRilla

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While Method Man isn’t super tuned in to what’s hot in hip-hop music right now, he did reveal one artist that’s always playing in his household. Moreover, HipHopDX caught up with the Wu-Tang Clan legend while on the red carpet for the 2023 Grammy Awards. In a newly surfaced clip from the publication, Jeremy Hecht asked Mef what new artist he was listening to at the time, and his answer might surprise some fans. Furthermore, he expressed that he doesn’t listen to too many new things in hip-hop these days, especially as he became successful in other entertainment areas. However, he gave a big shoutout to Memphis’ own GloRilla, who he says is in heavy rotation in his home.

“I don’t really listen to much [of] today’s music,” Method Man replied to Hecht’s question. “But right now, who’s relevant in my household? Who they playing in my house? Glo.” In addition, he revealed that GloRilla apparently didn’t know who he was when they met. Still, she remained graceful, respectful, and kind during their interaction, which the Long Island legend appreciated. “That speaks volumes to her character. Love her.”

Method Man Shouts Out GloRilla At The Grammys

Of course, the Grammys red carpet also had other rap legends speak on the “Tomorrow 2” star, most notably Grandmaster Flash. HipHopDX actually got his very first reaction to her smash hit “F.N.F.,” as the Furious Five legend admitted that his children tried to get him to listen to her. As he heard the song, he bobbed his head along and took note of her blunt, boastful lyrics. “Okay GloRilla! This s**t sounds like fun too,” he said of the track. “She’s talking s**t and she’s having fun which is what Hip Hop should be. Word up! Okay, my kids… They were right.”

Meanwhile, all three artists formed part of the grand tribute to hip-hop at the awards ceremony, which celebrated the genre’s 50th anniversary. These remarks actually fit quite well within that context, as generations come together to celebrate each other’s greatness and importance in the game. After a lot of discussion in the 2010s decade about the old guard against the new, it’s great to see them in a more respectful and appreciative space. Regardless, come back to HNHH for the latest news and updates on Method Man and GloRilla.

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Waka Flocka Wants A Grammy For “No Hands”

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Waka Flocka Flame has had quite the career evolution. From making hits like “Hard in Da Paint” to now being a retired rapper and scholar. The dude really quit rap and got an honorary Doctorate. Moreover, there’s no denying that Waka Flocka has made a significant impact on the culture. Since being retired the 36-year-old rapper has had some time to sit and reflect on his career.

A few days ago, on April 23rd, Waka Flocka took to the internet to air some grievances. He asked Twitter, “How did I not get a grammy for no hands?” garnering many answers from fans. Waka Flocka wondering why he didn’t receive a Grammy for his 2010 anthem “No Hands” is completely valid. However, some fans had to bring the Flockaveli artist back down to Earth. One commenter noted that his Grammy loss came at the hands of Kanye “Ye” West. They said, “Prolly cuz Kanye was blocking all rap noms that year.”

Waka Flocka Asks Twitter

Although, they’re not wrong. 2010 was a big year for Ye. With works like My Beautiful Dark Fantasy, along with his collab tape with Jay-Z Watch the Throne the following year, Waka Flocka had his work cut out for him. At the 54th Annual Grammy Awards Ye earned the most nominations that year with seven and won four (sorry Waka). However, that doesn’t mean Waka Flocka wasn’t deserving of a Grammy.

“No Hands,” is an award-worthy song that needs its just do. There have been many club bangers, but not one like “No Hands.” The Roscoe Dash hook is undefeated. Waka Flocka brought new energy to the game when he put out his debut Flockaveli. A hit like “No Hands” deserves an award. However, fans would argue that “Hard in Da Paint” is also deserving of such a high honor. While Waka Flocka may not have a Grammy for his smash hit, it’s still a dope record regardless. Nonetheless, let the HNHH staff know what you think about Waka’s tweet. Does “No Hands” deserve a Grammy or is Waka trippin? Let us know in the comments section below!

Why Hasn’t Nicki Minaj Received A Grammy? 

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Nicki Minaj is known as the queen of rap. The superstar has sold millions of records and was even recently the first female rapper since Lauryn Hill to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200. In addition, Nicki Minaj has inspired a generation of artists of all genders. Despite her success and invaluable influence, she has never won music’s highest honor, a Grammy.

Minaj has released countless songs that should have won her a Grammy award. She arguably has some of the best bars of all time, making her a superior lyricist. Nicki not winning a Grammy has caused many fans to lose trust in the award ceremony. Unfortunately, there is one big reason from music history that most believe is why she has never, and maybe will never, win. In fact, Nicki’s beef with the Grammys continues as the rapper called them out just last year for the category she was to be considered for.

The strife between Nicki Minaj and the Grammys is legendary. She has spoken openly about being blackballed from the ceremony, and The Recording Academy has not refuted her claims. Nicki is super talented and influential, but there is one main reason she has never won a Grammy.

That Infamous 2012 Performance

Of course, there’s no real way to be sure it’s why Nicki Minaj has never won a Grammy. However, most who were around for the fallout of her 2012 Grammy performance would say it’s the cause. The prolific rapper took the stage at the 54th annual ceremony and performed her song “Roman Holiday.” Though a fan favorite, the display ruffled feathers as it depicted an exorcism. For context, this was just days after the late great Whitney Houston passed away.

Nicki said Grammy producers wanted her to cancel the performance. They wanted this partly due to Whitney’s untimely passing and the controversy it would cause. In particular, it was Ken Erhlich who wanted her to cancel. As history shows, the performance did bring a great deal of controversy. The Catholic League issued a statement, the show drew disgruntled comments from some viewers, and the Washington Post questioned if Nicki had ruined her career. In discussing Minaj’s performance, Grammy producers used the word “disappointment” to describe it.

Nicki Minaj Has Publicly Addressed The Backlash

Nicki Minaj stayed quiet about the situation with the Grammys for quite a while. However, she decided years later that it was time to shed light on the issue. This came after labelmate Ariana Grande experienced issues with the same Grammy producer and decided to call him out.

First, Nicki responded to a fan on Twitter who wondered why she had never won a Grammy. Then, the multi-talented rapper addressed it on an episode of Queen Radio. Nicki went on to say that she was bullied by the Grammys and by Ken in particular. She also explained why she didn’t want to call off the Grammy performance. Minaj reportedly stated she worked so hard for that moment, and her fans were excited. Nicki didn’t want to disappoint her fans by canceling the performance last minute.

Recent Grammy Drama

Nicki Minaj has been nominated for several trophies despite never winning a Grammy. Unfortunately, her beef with the award ceremony was reignited in 2022 over the category her song was submitted for. Nicki released “Super Freaky Girl” in the summer of 2022, and it quickly shot to No. 1 on the Billboard charts. However, when it was revealed that the song would compete in the pop category and not rap, Nicki once again called out the organization. She also cited Latto’s song “Big Energy” being considered for rap categories as proof they were rigged.

Nicki mentioning Latto caused drama with the up-and-coming rapper. Latto said she couldn’t enjoy her success because of the drama. In the end, despite being No. 1 for multiple weeks, “Super Freaky Girl” received no Grammy nominations for the 2023 ceremony. However, Latto received nods for Best New Artist and Best Melodic Rap Performance for “Big Energy.”

There is hope that Nicki will one day take home music’s highest honor. However, she has accomplished a great deal, so winning a Grammy may not be the most important thing for her anymore. Still, it would be sad if such an important figure in music didn’t get a single Grammy before it’s all said and done. Fans should know that Ken Ehrlich is no longer associated with the Grammys.

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21 Savage Songs: His Best Collaborations

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21 Savage has established his career as a certified hitmaker. He is known for his dark and introspective lyrics, and a gritty delivery, that has captivated rap fans. It is for this reason that throughout his career, 21 Savage has collaborated with numerous artists. His diverse skillsets have earned him accolades, including the highly coveted Grammy.

The rapper’s imprints are unforgettable as he has become a highly sought-after artist. His massive track, “Bank Account,” proves why he continues to break the charts. Moreover, his collaborations with some of the industry’s finest have set him apart. Here are some of 21 Savage’s best collaborations, including hits with Future, Metro Boomin, Drake, and more.

21 Savage’s Record-Breaking Numbers

THERMAL, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 16: 21 Savage performs onstage during REVOLVE Festival 2023, Thermal, CA – Day 2 on April 16, 2023 in Thermal, California. (Photo by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for REVOLVE)

21 Savage boasts a whopping 49 million Spotify listeners. With two platinum-certified records, the Grammy award-winning rapper has worked on collaborations with some of the best. In addition, 21 Savage continues to prove his diverse skill sets with every track he has featured on becoming a global success. The certified hitmaker has made some noise alongside Post Malone, Cardi B, and the Hotline Bling King, Drake.

“Rockstar” – Post Malone ft. 21 Savage

His collaborations have always been unforgettable hits. In 2017, 21 Savage teamed up with Post Malone for the chart-topping hit song “Rockstar.” The track became a massive success, reaching the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song features a guitar riff that creates a moody atmosphere, with 21 Savage’s lyrics adding to the song’s essence. His verses on the track have a dark and violent edge, contrasting with Post Malone’s more emotional chorus.

“X” With Metro Boomin ft. Future

21 Savage collaborated with producer Metro Boomin and rapper Future on the song “X.” The 2017 hit has a haunting melody with a pulsing beat that showcases each artist’s lyrical ability. 21 Savage’s verse on the song is particularly notable as he delves into his struggles with addiction and trauma. His introspective lyrics are raw and vulnerable, which departs from his usual aggressive style.

“Bartier Cardi” Cardi B ft. 21 Savage

Topping up his 2017 success was a collaboration with Cardi B on the song “Bartier Cardi.” The track has a sample from the classic Miami bass hit “Hoochie Mama,” and it celebrates success and wealth. The lyrics are raunchy and over-the-top, and the music video for “Bartier Cardi” features both artists in a luxurious mansion, adding to the song’s elegant vibe.

“Mr. Right Now” With Drake ft. Metro Boomin

Similarly, 21 Savage teamed up with Drake in 2021 and producer Metro Boomin on the song “Mr. Right Now.” His contribution to the song is noteworthy, with his deadpan delivery and clever wordplay. The lyrics are playful, with both artists joking about their relationships and fame.