21 Savage is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He gained fame with his mixtapes, and later rose to mainstream success with his debut album "Issa Album" (2017), and its hit single "Bank Account." He is known for his distinctive deep, gravelly voice and gritty, introspective lyrics about street life.
1) Whatever you’re doing, think fifty steps ahead.
This means that when you're making decisions or taking action, you should try to consider the potential consequences and plan for the future. It's like playing a game of chess, where you have to think several moves ahead to stay ahead of your opponent.
2) Every day that I’m alive, I’ma ride with the stick I’d rather be broke in jail than be dead and rich.
This quote means that the person would rather be poor and in prison than dead and wealthy. They will protect themselves with a weapon if necessary to stay alive.
3) I don't care about what nobody says or how nobody feels. I'm happy, I'm living my life, and that's what it is.
This statement means that the speaker is not bothered by other people's opinions or emotions. They are content with their own life and choices and will continue to live the way they want, regardless of what others may think or feel.
4) I stay focused on moving forward and not letting stuff put me in a hole or make me feel depressed.
To keep himself from feeling sad or stuck, the speaker chooses to focus on the future and not let negative experiences or emotions hold him back.
5) Say what I want, do what I want… I rather deal with consequences than live in fear.
Some people prefer to speak and act freely, even if it means facing negative consequences. They believe that living in fear and censoring themselves is worse than taking risks and being true to themselves.
6) Even if I ain’t the famous-est, the richest, the best – as long as I know I kept it real and didn’t backstab anybody – I sleep well at night.
The speaker values being honest and loyal to others more than fame, wealth, or success. They believe that as long as they have stayed true to themselves and treated others well, they can rest easy with a clear conscience.
7) Told my brothers to take my breath if I turn into a snitch But I’m 21 4L, ain’t no way I’ma switch.
These lyrics from a rap song by a 21-year-old artist express a commitment to loyalty and not betraying one's friends. The artist is willing to die before he would ever snitch or betray his crew.
8) I started doing more positive things, and positive things started happening to me.
When you focus on doing good things and being positive, good things will often come your way. This is because your actions and attitude can affect your surroundings and the people around you.
9) What you eat doesn’t make me sht. That might work for you, but that doesn’t mean it’s going to work for me.
This statement means that just because something works for one person, it doesn't necessarily mean it will work for everyone. Each person is unique, and what works for one person may not work for another. So, what one person eats or does doesn't necessarily affect someone else.
10) I might rap about a lot of stuff, but that’s just a reflection of what I’ve been through. But in real life, everything I do is positive.
Rapper's lyrics can sometimes be about tough experiences, but that doesn't mean that's who they are. In real life, they focus on doing positive things.
11) Be smart with your money because money can make life a little easier.
Money is a useful resource that can help make life more comfortable. Being wise with your finances can ensure that you have enough to cover your needs and maybe even some luxuries.
12) You can’t get taught how to manage money by somebody that’s poor.
It's difficult to learn about money management from someone who is struggling financially. It's important to seek advice from those who have experience and success in managing their finances.
13) The richest people don’t wear jewelry.
Being wealthy doesn't necessarily mean that you wear lots of expensive jewelry. In fact, some of the richest people choose not to wear any at all. They may prefer to invest their money in other things that they value more.
14) Ever since I’ve been saving money and not spending it on jewelry, I’ve been getting way richer.
By not spending money on jewelry, a person is able to save more money, which can lead to an increase in wealth over time. This is because the money saved can be invested or put towards other financial goals.
15) Keep da money, cars, fame, and jewelry, and just gives me all the happiness - I'll be good forever.
Having money, cars, fame, and jewelry might seem desirable to many people, but for some, true happiness is worth more than any material possessions. They believe that having inner joy and contentment is the key to a fulfilling life.
16) I started the 21 Savage Bank Account Campaign, and it’s to help kids learn how to save money and make money, and open bank accounts for kids.
The 21 Savage Bank Account Campaign helps kids learn about saving and making money and encourages them to open their own bank accounts. It was started by rapper 21 Savage.
17) I wanna make it cool for kids to get into tech, startups, and entrepreneurship – cooler than buying a bunch of jewelry.
Entrepreneurship and tech can be exciting fields, and billionaire Mark Cuban wants to inspire kids to pursue these interests. He hopes to make these fields more appealing to young people than buying material possessions like jewelry.
18) Now that I do have money in my bank account, I want to help kids with a background similar to mine to get smart about their money.
Having experienced financial struggles in the past, the speaker wants to use their newfound wealth to help kids from similar backgrounds learn about managing their money effectively. They believe in giving back and making a positive impact in the lives of others.
19) It’s really important for me to show kids that there are other ways to get rich beyond rapping.
Rapping is often associated with wealth and success, but there are other paths to financial stability. It's important to show kids that there are alternative ways to succeed and achieve their dreams, beyond just pursuing one specific career.
20) The way you dress says a lot about you and your character.
The clothes we wear can tell others a lot about who we are and what we value. It's important to dress in a way that reflects our personality and character.
21) If your goals and my goals aren’t the same we shouldn’t be on the same team.
If we don't have the same goals, we shouldn't work together. It's important to be on the same page to achieve success as a team. If we have different goals, it could lead to conflicts and make it harder to achieve what we want.
22) If we know everything that everyone else knows, it’s not stopping us.
Just having knowledge isn't enough to make a difference. We need to use that knowledge and take action if we want to see results. Knowing what others know won't necessarily make us successful or stop us from failing.
23) People get a taste of success and lose their appetite.
Sometimes people lose their drive to succeed after they achieve a little bit of success. It's like they're not as hungry for it anymore, so they don't work as hard as they used to.
24) All business partnerships are just me wanting to do things I like to do anyway, so it does not feel forced.
In business partnerships, I work on things I enjoy, so it doesn't feel like a chore. It's important to choose partners and projects that align with my interests and passions to make work feel less forced.
25) Building Black-owned businesses is a powerful way to shift the narrative — and sustain wealth in our communities.
Creating businesses owned by Black people is a great way to change the story and keep money in our communities. This helps us become stronger and more independent, and it's a big step towards ending inequality.
26) We don’t gotta tear each other down to win, there are enough rings for everybody.
We don't need to hurt each other to succeed, there's plenty of success to go around for everyone. We can all win without bringing others down or competing in a harmful way.
27) If you’re from the hood and you black, you’re going to have some type of music in your life.
Music is a big part of life for many people who grew up in underprivileged areas and are black. It's a way to express themselves, tell their stories, and cope with the struggles they face.
28) My music is my music, that’s what people want to hear, so I’m going to give ’em what they want to hear.
People love my music, and they want to hear it just the way I make it. So, I'm going to keep creating the music that they love and give them what they want to hear.
29) I just create. I don’t have expectations. I just make music.
I make music without any expectations. I just create and let it be.
30) Rapping just gave me something to do versus the streets.
Rapping provided me with an activity to keep me occupied and out of trouble, instead of being involved with the dangerous street lifestyle.
31) That’d be a dream come true to work with Beyonce or Rihanna.
Working with Beyonce or Rihanna would be a very exciting opportunity and would make the person's dream come true.
32) I made sure I made certain songs just so people couldn’t say every song sounded the same.
The musician created different songs on purpose to avoid criticism that they all sounded the same. This shows the importance of being diverse and original in your work to stand out and receive positive feedback.
33) Hard to tell the real from the fake because nowadays, they got masks on.
It's difficult to know what's real and what's not these days because people often hide behind masks. This could refer to literal masks, like those worn during the pandemic, or metaphorical masks that people use to hide their true selves.
34) I will be in my own world with too much fake shit on earth.
The speaker feels like they don't fit in with the world around them, which seems to be full of fake things. They want to retreat into their own world instead.
35) You can show somebody all the love in the world but that doesn’t mean they gonna show it back.
You can give someone a lot of love, but they may not show you the same love in return. It's important to love without expecting anything in return and to surround ourselves with people who appreciate us.
36) I don’t really think voting changes anything, personally.
Some people don't believe that voting can make a real difference. They feel like their vote won't change anything. However, voting is an important way to have a say in how things are run and who gets to make decisions.
37) I don't think people really understand how hard it is to be black. Especially when you come from nothing.
Being black can be really tough, especially if you grew up with very little. Many people don't realize how hard it can be to succeed in a world that sometimes treats you differently because of the color of your skin.
38) I'm humble and got a brain.
I am a modest person who is intelligent.
39) I’ll go to Mars, even if I got there and died on the way back. It’s just the opportunity. How many people can say they went to Mars?
Going to Mars is an amazing opportunity, even if there are risks involved. Not many people can say they have traveled to another planet, so even if it's dangerous, it's worth it for some people.
40) I like to reflect on the past.
Thinking about what has happened before is something I enjoy doing.
41) I’m African-American. I’d rather follow an African religion. That’s my heritage.
I am African-American and I would like to follow an African religion because that is part of my heritage.
42) It makes me feel good knowing I’m touching people.
Knowing that I'm making a positive impact on others makes me happy. It feels good to know that I'm reaching people and making a difference in their lives.
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