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21 Savage Announces New Album 'WHAT HAPPENED TO THE STREETS?'

12/9/2025

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Summary

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21 Savage will release WHAT HAPPENED TO THE STREETS? on December 12, 2025, a 14-track project.
The album follows his last solo effort, american dream, which debuted at No. 1 in 2024.
The announcement included a teaser trailer with dark themes and visuals, including an inflatable art installation at Art Basel.
Fans expect collaborations at release, with speculation that Travis Scott could appear amid ongoing exchanges with 6ix9ine.

History

Historical Context

The release of 21 Savage's album *American Dream* on January 12, 2024, marked his fourth consecutive No. 1 on the Billboard 200, debuting with 133,000 album-equivalent units. This success follows a trend in hip-hop where artists like Travis Scott and 6ix9ine have influenced the genre through collaborations and thematic depth, reflecting ongoing cultural conversations within contemporary music.

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Story summary

21 Savage will release WHAT HAPPENED TO THE STREETS? on December 12, 2025, a 14-track project.
The album follows his last solo effort, american dream, which debuted at No. 1 in 2024.
The announcement included a teaser trailer with dark themes and visuals, including an inflatable art installation at Art Basel.
Fans expect collaborations at release, with speculation that Travis Scott could appear amid ongoing exchanges with 6ix9ine.

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