21 Savage is a British-American rapper based in Atlanta, Georgia, known for hits like "Bank Account," "A Lot," and "Rockstar." Born Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph on October 22, 1992, he is 33 years old. He has never publicly identified a wife, though he has been linked with rapper Latto since 2020. His net worth is estimated between roughly $12 million and $30 million, depending on the outlet. His fourth solo studio album, What Happened to the Streets?, was released in December 2025.
Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph |
| Date of Birth | October 22, 1992 |
| Age | 33 |
| Birthplace | Plaistow, London, England |
| Profession | Rapper, Songwriter, Record Producer |
| Known For | Savage Mode, "Bank Account," "A Lot," Her Loss |
| Wife/Partner | Not married; partner Latto (per Wikipedia, since 2020) |
| Children | 4 |
| Grammy Awards | 1 (Best Rap Song, "A Lot") |
| Latest Album | What Happened to the Streets? (2025) |
| Estimated Net Worth | $12M – $30M (estimates vary) |
Early Life
Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph was born on October 22, 1992, at Newham University Hospital in Plaistow, London, to British parents Heather Carmillia Joseph and Kevin Cornelius Emmons. His family is of Caribbean descent — his mother's family is from Dominica and his father's from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, with Haitian heritage on his paternal grandfather's side. Rapper Young Nudy is his cousin.
After his parents separated, his mother moved with him to Atlanta, Georgia, when he was seven. His childhood was marked by hardship: he was expelled from the DeKalb County school system after gun-related incidents, spent time in a juvenile detention center, and dropped out of high school in his freshman year. He later joined a street gang and dealt drugs. In 2013, on his 21st birthday, he was shot six times in an attempted robbery that killed his best friend — the turning point that pushed him toward music.
Music Career
Breakthrough: Savage Mode
Following his friend's death, 21 Savage began rapping in 2013, releasing early mixtapes The Slaughter Tape (2015) and Slaughter King (2015). His breakout came with the collaborative EP Savage Mode (2016) alongside producer Metro Boomin, which peaked at number 23 on the Billboard 200. Named to XXL's 2016 Freshman Class, he signed with Epic Records in January 2017.
Chart Dominance
His debut studio album Issa Album (2017) debuted at number two on the Billboard 200, powered by "Bank Account." That same year he released Without Warning with Offset and Metro Boomin, and guest-appeared on Post Malone's "Rockstar," which topped the Hot 100 and was later certified Diamond.
I Am > I Was (2018) became his first number-one album and spawned "A Lot" featuring J. Cole, which won Best Rap Song at the 2020 Grammy Awards — his first Grammy. Savage Mode II (2020) with Metro Boomin, narrated by Morgan Freeman, also debuted at number one.
Her Loss and American Dream
After featuring on Drake's chart-topping "Jimmy Cooks" (2022), the pair released the collaborative album Her Loss (2022), which debuted at number one with 404,000 units. His third solo album, American Dream (2024), became his fourth consecutive number-one project, spawning the hits "Redrum" and "Née-Nah."
What Happened to the Streets? (2025)
In December 2025, 21 Savage released his fourth solo studio album, What Happened to the Streets?, through Slaughter Gang and Epic Records. Announced with a cryptic trailer days before release, the 14-track set features guest appearances from Drake, GloRilla, G Herbo, Latto, and his cousin Young Nudy, with production from Metro Boomin, Southside, Zaytoven, Spiff Sinatra, and COUPE.
The rollout paired him with British-Nigerian visual artist SLAWN at 2025 Art Basel in Miami: four one-of-a-kind covers unveiled at PRIZM and SCOPE, followed by a 15-piece installation at Atlanta's High Museum, each pressed as a limited vinyl run of 2,100.
It debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 with 73,000 first-week units (25,000 pure sales), topped the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and Top Rap Albums charts, and extended his streak of never debuting outside the Top 5 with any project.
Guest Features and 2026 Touring
Between albums, he stayed in rotation as a guest artist, appearing in 2025 on collaborations including Central Cee's "GBP" and 21 Lil Harold and Sexyy Red's "Nookie (Pu$$y)," plus tracks with Summer Walker and Young Thug. He performed at Rock in Rio Lisbon in June 2026, with a Tampa, Florida date scheduled for October 31, 2026.
Personal Life
21 Savage keeps his personal life largely private, and there is no publicly confirmed wife. In an October 2020 interview he said he was married, but he never identified her, and no marriage has been publicly documented. Some outlets reported a 2020 marriage to Keyanna Joseph — mother of two of his children — with an unconfirmed 2023 divorce filing; Latto disputed that account in 2026, so the matter remains unclear.
Wikipedia lists rapper Latto as his partner since 2020, and the two collaborated on "Wheelie" (2022). Latto confirmed the relationship publicly in September 2025, announced in March 2026 she was expecting his child, and gave birth to their daughter in May 2026. He has since discussed fatherhood in interviews, including on the Pete Davidson Show.
He is a father of four children, whom he keeps out of the public eye. In February 2019 he was arrested by ICE, which revealed his status as a British citizen who had overstayed a visa; he became a lawful permanent resident of the United States in 2023 and received his green card.
Beyond music, he runs the Bank Account Campaign, a financial literacy program for youth, and has invested in Atlanta real estate and his label imprint Slaughter Gang Entertainment.
In March 2026, Dutch promoter J-Noah Entertainment filed a federal civil suit in Pennsylvania alleging 21 Savage and Slaughter Gang LLC kept a $150,000 deposit for a 2019 European tour that never happened. The complaint alleges breach of contract and fraud; as reported at the time, no public response from his team had been issued.
Net Worth
21 Savage's net worth is estimated at roughly $15–25 million by most outlets, with published estimates ranging from about $12 million to $30 million. His income comes from streaming royalties, touring, his Slaughter Gang label, and brand partnerships. No audited figure exists, so all numbers are estimates.
Recent 2026 roundups show the same spread: about $20 million inside a $15–30 million range at one outlet, and as low as $16 million or as high as $30 million elsewhere — all modeled estimates, none audited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is 21 Savage's wife?
21 Savage has never publicly identified a wife. In a 2020 interview he said he was married but kept her identity private; no marriage has been publicly confirmed. Wikipedia lists Latto as his partner since 2020.
How old is 21 Savage?
Born October 22, 1992, he is 33 years old.
What is 21 Savage's net worth?
Published estimates range from about $12 million to $30 million, with most outlets placing it around $15–25 million.
What is 21 Savage's real name?
Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph. He was born in London, England, and raised in Atlanta.
How many children does 21 Savage have?
Four children, whom he keeps out of the public spotlight.
What is 21 Savage's newest album?
What Happened to the Streets?, his fourth solo studio album, was released in December 2025. The 14-track set features Drake, GloRilla, G Herbo, Latto, and Young Nudy, and debuted at number three on the Billboard 200.
Is 21 Savage still with Latto?
Yes. Latto confirmed their relationship publicly in September 2025, announced her pregnancy in March 2026, and gave birth to their daughter in May 2026. The pair have been together since 2020 but kept the relationship private for years.
What legal issues has 21 Savage faced?
In 2019 he was arrested by ICE over an overstayed visa and became a lawful permanent US resident in 2023. In March 2026, a Dutch promoter filed a federal civil suit alleging his team kept a $150,000 deposit for a canceled 2019 European tour; no public response from his team had been reported at the time.