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.
Picky
21 Savage Lyrics
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She ain't fucking then she dipping
If it ain't tinted, I ain't in it
Cuz I'm so motherfucking picky
Thousand dollars on Giuseppe's
You better watch where you stepping
I'm young, dumb and I'm reckless
Eighty thousand on a necklace
I'm fucking picky, 21 savage all I do is count digits
I cook a brick, I flip a brick, I fucking whip it
I hit Lenox, spend ten, I'm fucking ridiculous
I pulled up on his bitch, she acting stiff
Bitch you better suck a dick or you gotta dip
I got real shooters 'round me, they gone fucking flip
You don't see this fucking extendo, better watch the limp
Cuz we'll trip nigga
The money come first and these bitches last nigga
I like counting cash nigga, I like smoking gas nigga
200 on the dash nigga, all my cars fast
All my bitches thick, I love a fat ass
I'm so motherfucking picky
She ain't fucking then she dipping
If it ain't tinted, I ain't in it
Cuz I'm so motherfucking picky
Thousand dollars on Giuseppe's
You better watch where you stepping
I'm young, dumb and I'm reckless
Eighty thousand on a necklace
Cuz I'm so motherfucking picky
I'm young dumb and I'm reckless, I'm playing with blocks like tetris
I don't tote smith and Wesson, this a Glock 40 get to stepping
This dope came from Peru, I got a deuce deuce in my shoe
I got santan, wanna boot?
I bought my side ho a coupe, that bitch came with no roof
These niggas lying I'm the truth
21, 21, 21
21 savage, I'm in love with the money
Got a hundred round drum, on the bottom of my tommy
Baw baw baw! graw graw graw!
Pussy nigga get to running, boot up, boot up, like a motherfucking zombie
I'm so motherfucking picky
She ain't fucking then she dipping
If it ain't tinted, I ain't in it
Cuz I'm so motherfucking picky
Thousand dollars on Giuseppe's
You better watch where you stepping
I'm young, dumb and I'm reckless
Eighty thousand on a necklace
Cuz I'm so motherfucking picky
In 21 Savage's song Picky, he showcases his lavish lifestyle and picky preferences when it comes to women, cars, and fashion. He repeats the line "I'm so motherfucking picky" in the chorus to drive this point home. He starts the first verse by talking about how if a woman isn't willing to have sex with him, then she has to leave. He also mentions that he only drives cars with tinted windows. In the second verse, he brags about his wealth and how he likes to spend it on women, guns, and cars. He talks about his love for counting money and smoking weed, and how he can afford to buy expensive shoes from Giuseppe Zanotti. He ends the verse by saying that he's young, dumb, and reckless.
The song is very representative of 21 Savage's persona and style. He is known for his aggressive lyrics and dark beats, and Picky is no exception. The song was released in 2016 as a part of his mixtape Savage Mode, which is largely considered one of his best works to date. Interestingly, the song was not released as a single and did not receive much radio play, but it became popular through word of mouth and online streaming. It has since become a fan favorite and is often performed by 21 Savage in concerts.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so motherfucking picky
I have high standards and am very selective
She ain't fucking then she dipping
If she's not willing to have sex, I'm not interested in her company
If it ain't tinted, I ain't in it
I only ride in cars with tinted windows to maintain my privacy
Cuz I'm so motherfucking picky
My pickiness is a defining trait of my personality
Thousand dollars on Giuseppe's
I'm willing to spend a lot of money on high-end designer shoes
You better watch where you stepping
Be careful where you walk, you might mess up my shoes
I'm young, dumb and I'm reckless
I'm inexperienced and impulsive
Eighty thousand on a necklace
I'm willing to spend huge amounts of money on flashy jewelry
I'm fucking picky, 21 savage all I do is count digits
I'm selective and prioritize counting my money above all else
I cook a brick, I flip a brick, I fucking whip it
I'm involved in the drug trade and handle large quantities of drugs
I hit Lenox, spend ten, I'm fucking ridiculous
I spend a lot of money at the Lenox Mall and don't care about the cost
I pulled up on his bitch, she acting stiff
I approached a girl I was interested in, but she wasn't receptive
Bitch you better suck a dick or you gotta dip
If you want to keep my attention, you need to perform oral sex or leave
I got real shooters 'round me, they gone fucking flip
I have armed friends who will become violent if necessary
You don't see this fucking extendo, better watch the limp
I'm carrying a concealed weapon and it's important to stay out of my way
Cuz we'll trip nigga
My associates and I are dangerous and unpredictable
The money come first and these bitches last nigga
I prioritize money over women and relationships
I like counting cash nigga, I like smoking gas nigga
I enjoy making money and smoking marijuana
200 on the dash nigga, all my cars fast
I have expensive cars with powerful engines
All my bitches thick, I love a fat ass
I prefer women with curvy figures
I'm young dumb and I'm reckless, I'm playing with blocks like tetris
I don't take life seriously and am involved in illegal activities
I don't tote smith and Wesson, this a Glock 40 get to stepping
I carry a gun for protection and will use it if necessary
This dope came from Peru, I got a deuce deuce in my shoe
I imported drugs from Peru and conceal a small gun on my person
I got santan, wanna boot?
I have high-quality drugs for sale
I bought my side ho a coupe, that bitch came with no roof
I bought a car for my mistress without a roof to impress her
These niggas lying I'm the truth
I'm more honest and authentic than my rivals
21, 21, 21
My signature tagline is a reference to my name
21 savage, I'm in love with the money
I am deeply committed to making as much money as possible
Got a hundred round drum, on the bottom of my tommy
My gun has a large capacity and is ready to use
Baw baw baw! graw graw graw!
The sound of my gun firing
Pussy nigga get to running, boot up, boot up, like a motherfucking zombie
My enemies need to start running or face the consequences of my gun
Contributed by Nathan B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.