21 Savage Net Worth

What Is 21 Savage’s Net Worth?

As of today, February 27, 2025, 21 Savage’s net worth is estimated to be $16 million. This valuation is primarily derived from his successful career as a hip-hop recording artist, encompassing music sales, streaming royalties, concert performances, and other ventures within the entertainment industry.

21 Savage’s Early Life and Career Beginnings

Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph, known professionally as 21 Savage, was born on October 22, 1992, in Plaistow, London. His mother, Heather Carmillia Joseph, of Dominican descent, and his father, Kevin Cornelius Emmons, of Haitian descent, divorced when he was young. At the age of seven, 21 Savage relocated with his mother to Atlanta, Georgia. He faced significant challenges during his adolescence, including being banned from all public schools in the Atlanta area for possessing a firearm while in junior high school. After completing eighth grade through an alternative program, he dropped out of school during his freshman year and became involved in street gangs, dealing cannabis.

A pivotal moment in 21 Savage’s life occurred when he was shot six times by rival gang members during an attempted robbery on his 21st birthday. The event prompted him to pursue a career in music. In 2013, an uncle of his deceased best friend provided him with the financial resources to record in a studio, marking the start of his professional music career.

21 Savage’s Rise to Fame

21 Savage’s career took off with the release of his debut single, “Picky,” on November 12, 2014. He continued to build momentum with the release of mixtapes “The Slaughter Tape” and “Slaughter King” in 2015. That same year, he also launched his debut EP, “Free Guwop.” 21 Savage’s breakthrough came in 2016 with the release of the EP “Savage Mode,” a collaboration with producer Metro Boomin. “Savage Mode” achieved significant chart success, reaching number 7 on the US Rap chart, number 9 on the US R&B/Hip-Hop chart, and number 30 on the Billboard 200 chart. The EP included hit songs like “X” (featuring Future) and “No Heart.” “X” peaked at number 13 on the US Rap chart, number 17 on the US R&B/Hip-Hop chart, and number 47 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. These successes propelled 21 Savage into the mainstream, leading to a record deal with Epic Records.

In July 2017, 21 Savage released his debut studio album, “Issa Album.” His third studio album, “I Am > I Was,” released on December 21, 2018, debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking his first U.S. number 1 album.

In November 2022, Drake and 21 Savage released the collaborative studio album “Her Loss.”

Earnings and Income Details

Between June 2017 and June 2018, 21 Savage earned approximately $6 million. These earnings primarily stemmed from music sales, streaming royalties, and touring.

In February 2017, 21 Savage reportedly received $1 million for a single performance at a Bar Mitzvah. This figure highlights the high demand for his performances and the potential for substantial earnings from live events.

Awards and Nominations

21 Savage’s artistic achievements have been recognized with several awards and nominations. In 2019, he was nominated for two Grammy Awards for his collaboration with Post Malone on the song “Rockstar.” In January 2020, he won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Song for “A Lot,” his collaboration with J. Cole.

Legal Issues and Immigration Status

On February 3, 2019, 21 Savage was taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). ICE alleged that 21 Savage, a British national, had been residing in the U.S. illegally since July 2006, when his non-immigration visa expired. His legal team contended that he had been attempting to renew his visa since 2017. Following his release from custody, his case remains pending as of March 2020, and he is currently restricted from leaving the country. In February 2019, 21 Savage surrendered himself to authorities in South Georgia in response to an arrest warrant for felony theft by deception. The charges stemmed from an incident in which he allegedly accepted $17,000 for a concert appearance but failed to perform and refused to return the money. He was subsequently released, and a court date is pending.

Philanthropy and Community Involvement

21 Savage has demonstrated a commitment to philanthropy through various initiatives. He founded the 21 Savage Bank Account Campaign, which aims to educate children on financial literacy. He contributed $21,000 of his own earnings to the cause. Furthermore, he organizes an annual Back to School Drive in his childhood neighborhood in Atlanta, providing underserved children with free school supplies, uniforms, and haircuts. Additionally, he donated $10,000 to support an anti-bullying campaign at Atlanta’s Continental Colony Elementary School.