21 Savage's debut studio album, Issa Album (2017), peaked at number two on the U.S. Billboard 200 and its lead single "Bank Account" reached number 12 on The Hot 100. He then released the collaborative album Without Warning (2017) with Offset and Metro Boomin, with the song "Ric Flair Drip" peaking at number 13 on the Hot 100. 21 Savage featured on Post Malone's 2017 single "Rockstar", which reached number one on the Hot 100 and nominated for Record of the Year and Best Rap/Sung Performance at the 2019 Grammy Awards. His second album, i am > i was (2018), became his first U.S. number one album and spawned the hit song "A Lot" (featuring J. Cole), which won Best Rap Song at the 2020 Grammy Awards.
21 Savage was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on February 3, 2019. Officials revealed his status as a British citizen who entered the U.S. in July 2005 and unlawfully overstayed a H-4 visa that expired in 2006. He was granted bond on February 12 and released the next day, pending the outcome of an expedited deportation hearing, which was initially scheduled for April 9, but was later postponed indefinitely, with 21 Savage's lawyers stating he was legally residing in The U.S. for several years prior to the 2005 H-4 visa. 21 Savage's highly anticipated third album, Savage Mode II (2020), a sequel collaboration with Metro Boomin to their 2016 EP, debuted atop the Billboard 200, and spawned the U.S. top 10 singles "Runnin" and "Mr. Right Now" (featuring Drake).
On November 4th, 2022, 21 Savage would release "Her Loss", a collab album with Drake. It debuted at No.1 on the US Billboard 200. All 16 of its songs debuted on the Hot 100.
Deserve
21 Savage Lyrics
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I bought a Bentley because I deserve a new whip
She cheated on me so yes I deserve a new bitch
These niggas wasn't with me, they didn't have me grind for this shit
I buy some chains for the bro's, I don't got shit for these ho's
Is you a friend or a foe? Is you gonna cut a nigga throat?
Ain't no more going back broke, ain't no more sharing no clothes
Ain't no more selling no dope, twelve can't arrest me no more
Shootouts on shootouts on shootouts on shootouts
Young nigga done been on them shootouts
Where yo ass was at dog when we was at when we hallow a nigga with the 2's out bitch
Compton Red's in the cut tryna hit the dope, nigga where the cut in
Tied his [?]
Me and Lil Harold had took a laptop
That nigga had bussed so the nigga got popped
Me and Johny tried to rob everything
Mookie tried to tell us, do the right thing
Larry died man I cried twice
Chevy went down the road nigga twice
They tried to give my nigga Teetay life
Tip and Metro nigga ready to fight
I keep lotto with me, real ripe
Pussy niggas, nigga we don't like
Free Lil Tooto, he gon' open a fight
RIP Tayman that's why I got that knife
I don't get excited about the fame
Bitch I'm still with the same gang, bitch I still claim the same thing
Still take a pussy nigga chain
Man I feel like I deserve this shit
I bought a Bentley because I deserve a new whip
She cheated on me so yes I deserve a new bitch
These niggas wasn't with me, they didn't have me grind for this shit
I buy some chains for the bro's, I don't got shit for these ho's
Is you a friend or a foe? Is you gonna cut a nigga throat?
Ain't no more going back broke, ain't no more sharing no clothes
Ain't no more selling no dope, twelve can't arrest me no more
Twelve can't arrest me no more, ain't no roaches on the floor
Ain't no flowers in this clique, ain't no flowers in this shit
We done cut the snakes off, had to cut them niggas off
Niggas don't wanna see you with nothing, unless you giving these niggas something
I had to get me some money, bitch and that drum hold a hunnid
You run up, you know that I'm gunning, 2Pac nigga, thugging
A lot of niggas changed on me, I just bought some chains on me
I just bought a Range Rover, this shit ain't 'bout the fame homie
Mookie told me I deserve it, momma told me I deserve it
I know if Tayman was alive, he would tell me I deserved it
I got the sack and start splurgin', balling like I'm James Worthy
Pussy niggas ain't worth it, before I did some other murders
Man I feel like I deserve this shit
I bought a Bentley because I deserve a new whip
She cheated on me so yes I deserve a new bitch
These niggas wasn't with me, they didn't have me grind for this shit
I buy some chains for the bro's, I don't got shit for these ho's
Is you a friend or a foe? Is you gonna cut a nigga throat?
Ain't no more going back broke, ain't no more sharing no clothes
Ain't no more selling no dope, twelve can't arrest me no more
The lyrics of "Deserve" by 21 Savage depict his rise to success and how he feels he deserves the luxuries that come with it. He talks about buying a Bentley as a symbol of his success and buying chains for his friends. He also acknowledges being betrayed by a former partner, which has led him to move on and find someone more deserving of his time and attention.
He also reflects on his past where he was hustling to make ends meet and the people who were not there for him. He talks about the violence, shootouts and the murders that he and his friends committed. He mentions losing loved ones and how it has impacted his life. However, despite all of this, he feels like he deserves the success he has achieved, the material possessions, and the recognition. He seems to be grateful to the people who have supported him and believe that he deserves everything he has.
In summary, the song "Deserve" is an expression of 21 Savage's confidence in his ability and accomplishment in life. He believes that he has worked hard and deserves to enjoy the fruits of his labor. He acknowledges his past but insists that his present success is a reflection of his hard work and perseverance.
Line by Line Meaning
Man I feel like I deserve this shit
I believe that I am entitled to this success and wealth.
I bought a Bentley because I deserve a new whip
I earned the right to indulge and purchase a luxury car.
She cheated on me so yes I deserve a new bitch
My partner's infidelity justifies me finding a new woman.
These niggas wasn't with me, they didn't have me grind for this shit
The people who did not support me during my struggles do not deserve to benefit from my success.
I buy some chains for the bro's, I don't got shit for these ho's
I prioritize showing appreciation for my true friends over appeasing temporary romantic interests.
Is you a friend or a foe? Is you gonna cut a nigga throat?
I question the loyalty and intentions of those around me and wonder if they might betray me for their own gain.
Ain't no more going back broke, ain't no more sharing no clothes
I refuse to return to poverty and hardship, and I will no longer sacrifice my own needs for others.
Ain't no more selling no dope, twelve can't arrest me no more
I have turned away from illegal and dangerous activities, and I am confident in my ability to avoid legal trouble.
Twelve can't arrest me no more, ain't no roaches on the floor
I am proud to have escaped poverty and the risk of arrest, and now enjoy a more comfortable lifestyle.
Ain't no flowers in this clique, ain't no flowers in this shit
There is no room for softness or sentimentality in my circle of friends and associates.
We done cut the snakes off, had to cut them niggas off
We have removed deceitful and disloyal people from our lives.
Niggas don't wanna see you with nothing, unless you giving these niggas something
People often only care about you when you have something to offer them.
I had to get me some money, bitch and that drum hold a hunnid
I worked hard to make my money and I am willing to use violence to protect it.
Mookie told me I deserve it, momma told me I deserve it
My loved ones encourage me to enjoy my success because I earned it.
Pussy niggas ain't worth it, before I did some other murders
I refuse to waste my energy on weak and cowardly people, even if they wronged me in the past.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Leland Wayne, Shayaa Abraham-Joseph
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@RedChoco1
"Deserve"
Man I feel like I deserve this shit
I bought a Bentley because I deserve a new whip
She cheated on me so yes I deserve a new bitch
These niggas wasn't with me, they didn't have me grind for this shit
I buy some chains for the bro's, I don't got shit for these ho's
Is you a friend or a foe? Is you gonna cut a nigga throat?
Ain't no more going back broke, ain't no more sharing no clothes
Ain't no more selling dope, 12 can't arrest me no more
Shootouts on shootouts on shootouts on shootouts
Young nigga done been on them shootouts
Where yo ass was at dog when we was at when we hallow a nigga with the 2's out bitch
Compton Red's in the cut tryna hit the dope, nigga where the cut in
Tied his [?]
Me and Lil Harold had took a laptop
That nigga had bussed so the nigga got popped
Me and Johny tried to rob everything
Mookie tried to tell us, do the right thing
Larry died man I cried twice
Chevy went down the road nigga twice
They tried to give my nigga Teetay life
Tip and Metro nigga ready to fight
I keep lotto with me, real ripe
Pussy niggas, nigga we don't like
Free Lil Tooto, he gon' open a fight
RIP Tayman that's why I got that knife
I don't get excited about the fame
Bitch I'm still with the same gang, bitch I still claim the same thing
Still take a pussy nigga chain
Man I feel like I deserve this shit
I bought a Bentley because I deserve a new whip
She cheated on me so yes I deserve a new bitch
These niggas wasn't with me, they didn't have me grind for this shit
I buy some chains for the bro's, I don't got shit for these ho's
Is you a friend or a foe? Is you gonna cut a nigga throat?
Ain't no more going back broke, ain't no more sharing no clothes
Ain't no more selling dope, 12 can't arrest me no more
12 can't arrest me no more, ain't no roaches on the floor
Ain't no flowers in this clique, ain't no flowers in this shit
We done cut the snakes off, had to cut them niggas off
Niggas don't wanna see you with nothing, unless you giving these niggas something
I had to get me some money, bitch and that drum hold a hunnid
You run up, you know that I'm gunning, 2Pac nigga, thugging
A lot of niggas changed on me, I just bought some chains on me
I just bought a Range Rover, this shit ain't 'bout the fame homie
Mookie told me I deserve it, momma told me I deserve it
I know if Tayman was alive, he would tell me I deserved it
I got the sack and start splurgin', balling like I'm James Worthy
Pussy niggas ain't worth it, before I did some other murders
Man I feel like I deserve this shit
I bought a Bentley because I deserve a new whip
She cheated on me so yes I deserve a new bitch
These niggas wasn't with me, they didn't have me grind for this shit
I buy some chains for the bro's, I don't got shit for these ho's
Is you a friend or a foe? Is you gonna cut a nigga throat?
Ain't no more going back broke, ain't no more sharing no clothes
Ain't no more selling dope, 12 can't arrest me no more
@ezbread14
Still bumping this classic in ‘22
@abyreyes2270
Since 2016
@mrmurdock2u247
Facts
@luerari4701
Nah fr
@kshiba
Same here
@kaelomodikwa2554
Young metro 🐐 ❤️🔥
@MrSubtilize
damnnn this beat is crazy emotions. this song is slept on
@reddsmoke904
Remake on my page.
@kennethbrown256
I know I put you in a zone repeat.
@bbyfpk
i do 180mph to this song while crying in a residential area