Atlanta Rapper's Meteoric Rise Fueled by Harrowing Shooting on 21st Birthday

In a remarkable turn of events, Atlanta rapper Savage's musical career has been propelled by a traumatic incident that occurred on his 21st birthday. On that fateful day, Savage was shot, an experience that he has channeled into his music, fueling his meteoric rise to fame.

Savage first made waves in 2015, dropping well-received mixtapes and the acclaimed Free Guwop EP. His breakout moment came later that year when he scored a hit with "No Heart" and guested on Drake's "Sneakin'." Savage continued his momentum in 2017, releasing the chart-topping single "Bank Account" from his album Issa Album. That same year, he also collaborated with fellow rapper Offset on a joint project.

Savage's biggest achievement to date came in 2017 when his 2nd studio album, I Am > I Was, reached the top of the Billboard 200 chart. This remarkable feat cemented Savage's status as one of the rising stars in the Atlanta hip-hop scene, with his harrowing personal experience serving as the driving force behind his meteoric rise.