21 Savage’s “F*ck the Streets” Message Sparks Backlash From 6ix9ine and Wack 100
While many have applauded 21 Savage for attempting to reunite Atlanta during a turbulent year, his “f*ck the streets” message has drawn criticism from several figures in hip-hop. Artists like 6ix9ine and Blueface have dismissed the sentiment, while Wack 100 has gone further, accusing 21 Savage and Young Thug of speaking out only when it benefits them.
1 Savage has received widespread praise for attempting to bring unity back to Atlanta amid a year filled with tension and division. As part of that effort, the rapper has publicly condemned street life, a stance that originated from a viral tweet urging Young Thug and Gunna to end their long-running feud. In the post, 21 Savage tagged both artists and called for reconciliation, arguing that the streets have brought nothing but pain and trauma. He suggested that Gunna was never a street figure to begin with and implied that his cooperation with authorities was previously overlooked. The message ended with a blunt declaration: “f*ck the streets.” While some fans and peers applauded the call for peace, others in the rap world were far less receptive. Artists such as Blueface and Fivio Foreign dismissed the sentiment, but 6ix9ine emerged as the most vocal critic. Tekashi questioned the authenticity of 21 Savage’s message, accusing him of changing his stance when it suits his interests. He pointed out past moments where street credibility was celebrated, contrasting them with the current rejection of street culture. “Now it’s ‘f*ck the streets,’” 6ix9ine said, referencing earlier rhetoric that glorified street status over commercial success. He went on to claim that artists routinely rewrite narratives when it becomes convenient, especially when reconciling with alleged informants like Gunna. Doubling down, 6ix9ine stated that he had been making the same argument for years, insisting that the public was only now beginning to recognize what he views as hypocrisy within the industry. Wack 100 echoed those sentiments during a recent phone call with DJ Akademiks, but expanded the criticism even further. The veteran manager suggested that 21 Savage and Young Thug’s recent anti-streets stance is motivated by declining momentum rather than personal growth or principle. According to Wack, Gunna should avoid rekindling relationships with either artist, arguing that he is currently outperforming them commercially and doesn’t need their support. He claimed that 21 Savage previously encouraged Young Thug to continue using Gunna’s value while it benefited them. Wack further alleged that Young Thug distanced himself from Gunna because he believed Gunna had outgrown the collective. Now, as Gunna continues to thrive, Wack claims the tone has suddenly shifted toward reconciliation. “Don’t befriend none of these dudes,” Wack warned. “You’re selling out arenas while they can’t. Now all of a sudden they want to make things right.” From a numbers standpoint, the debate adds another layer of fuel. 21 Savage’s latest album, WHAT HAPPENED TO THE STREETS?, reportedly moved 73,000 album-equivalent units in its first week. Young Thug followed with just over 50,000 units, while Gunna surpassed both with The Last Wun, selling approximately 80,000 units. As the conversation continues to divide fans and artists alike, 21 Savage’s message has become a flashpoint in a broader discussion about authenticity, street legacy, and the complicated path from survival to success in hip-hop.
