Atlanta’s rap scene has seen its fair share of drama, and recently, 21 Savage has stepped up to help bring peace among some of the city’s biggest names. Known for his influence in the rap world and as a voice of reason in hip hop circles, the Slaughter Gang rapper took to X (formerly Twitter) to plead with artists to squash long-standing beefs.
The feud between Young Thug and Gunna has been one of the most talked-about conflicts in Atlanta’s music community. Following Gunna’s plea deal in the YSL RICO case in 2022, tensions rose, and many fans speculated about betrayal between the former collaborators. Now, 21 Savage is asking both rappers to put the past behind them and focus on unity.
By speaking out, 21 Savage highlights the importance of loyalty, respect, and camaraderie in hip hop culture. Instead of letting the 50 Cent-style street disputes escalate, he’s using his platform to remind fellow artists of their shared history and the positive influence they can have on the rap scene.
21 Savage calls for peace between Young Thug and Gunna
On Tuesday, December 17, 21 Savage took to social media to address Young Thug and Gunna directly. “@gunna @youngthug Yall nggas fix that sh*t yall love each other n*gga you knew gunna wasn’t no gangster when he told the first time and we swept it under the rug for you,” he wrote.
He continued, “You know he wasn’t tryna leave you to hang n*gga f*ck the streets we ain’t get sh*t but trauma from that sh*t.”
Despite the heartfelt message, neither Young Thug nor Gunna have publicly responded. The fallout from Gunna’s plea deal left lingering tension, with Thugger criticizing Gunna in a leaked jail call earlier this year.
During that call, he said, “He will never get another dollar in the world. You don’t deserve nothing. Did that sh*t to get out for a hoe. I’m in the same position you in, n*gga. I’m a man, though, I ain’t doing no sucka sh*t.”
Expanding the peace efforts in Atlanta’s hip-hop
21 Savage didn’t stop there. He also reached out to Lil Baby, reminding him of the bond they once shared with Gunna. “@whamcbfw4 you one of the realest young n*ggas out this sh*t admit slime was moving the goal post and we was standing behind him cuz we love him my brother,” he posted.
Beyond the Young Thug and Gunna situation, 21 attempted to repair relationships within Migos, specifically between Quavo and Offset. Their on-and-off dynamic, combined with the tragic loss of Takeoff, has stalled the group’s momentum.
By speaking out, 21 Savage is positioning himself as a peacemaker in Atlanta’s rap and hip hop scene. His efforts highlight the importance of unity, respect, and maturity in the music industry, reminding fans that even in the midst of conflict, reconciliation is possible.
With his influence and voice, 21 Savage continues to show that loyalty, mentorship, and constructive advice are as powerful as the hits dominating the charts in Atlanta’s thriving rap and hip hop community.