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21 Savage’s music journey has always been one for the books, but his latest venture, the album ‘American Dream’, takes it up a notch. Recruiting a powerhouse of talents like Travis Scott, Young Thug, and more, 21 Savage is set to take the music world by storm once again.
Friday marked a significant milestone in 21 Savage’s music career. After five long years of anticipation, the hip-hop artist finally unveiled his first solo studio album since his 2022 collaboration with Drake, ‘Her Loss’1. The past years saw the duo expanding their creative universe, culminating in the ‘It’s All a Blur Tour’, where 21 Savage performed outside the U.S for the first time2.
Interestingly, the album’s cover art and a recently released trailer hint at 21 Savage’s tumultuous immigration journey. The London-born artist was arrested by ICE back in 2019, sparking a years-long battle. However, in 2023, 21 Savage’s green card status was confirmed in an unexpected manner when Drake dropped the track “8AM in Charlotte” and rapped, “Where I go, you go, brother, we Yugoslavian”.
The ‘American Dream’ album boasts an impressive roster of featured artists. Alongside Travis Scott and Young Thug, the line-up also includes Summer Walker, Brent Faiyaz, Mariah the Scientist, and Lil Durk. Donald Glover and Caleb McLaughlin, on the other hand, were tapped to portray 21 Savage at different ages in the album’s trailer.
While it’s clear that the trailer for ‘American Dream’ covers 21 Savage’s life and career, speculations have been made about it being a standalone piece as part of a larger rollout strategy. As fans eagerly wait for more details on this, they can enjoy the album on their preferred streaming service. They can also check out the newly released music video for “Redrum”, directed by Danny Seth.
With ‘American Dream’, 21 Savage is not just telling his story but also showcasing his ability to recruit and collaborate with some of the biggest names in the music industry. It’s a testament to his growth as an artist and a person, overcoming adversity and making his dreams come true. This album is more than just music; it’s a statement of 21 Savage’s unwavering spirit and relentless pursuit of his American Dream.
