TODAY’S PAPER | December 17, 2025 | EPAPER

6ix9ine criticizes 21 Savage over friendship with Young Thug

6ix9ine accuses 21 Savage of hypocrisy, questioning his loyalty to Young Thug amid renewed snitching claims


Pop Culture & Art December 17, 2025 1 min read
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Tekashi 6ix9ine has reignited tensions with 21 Savage, calling out the rapper during a recent livestream for what he described as hypocrisy regarding cooperation with law enforcement.

The comments stem from 21 Savage’s past criticism of 6ix9ine for cooperating with authorities during the Nine Trey Gangsters case.

During the livestream, 6ix9ine questioned why 21 Savage maintains a friendship with Young Thug despite resurfaced interrogation footage that some online have interpreted as cooperation. He argued that his own decision to work with authorities followed personal betrayal, while claiming Young Thug was not similarly placed under pressure. 6ix9ine further criticized what he described as attempts by 21 Savage to downplay the interrogation footage, stating that remaining silent is a fundamental legal right during questioning.

The comments quickly gained traction on social media platform X, where reactions were sharply divided. Some users defended Young Thug, arguing that the interrogation did not provide law enforcement with new or actionable information. Others dismissed 6ix9ine’s remarks outright, criticizing his continued presence in hip hop discourse.

The renewed exchange follows 21 Savage’s recent appearance on Perspektives With Bank, where he harshly criticized 6ix9ine for his cooperation with authorities, using pointed language to dismiss the rapper’s credibility. The feud also has earlier roots, including 6ix9ine’s past comments questioning 21 Savage’s background and nationality during a separate interview.

While neither 21 Savage nor Young Thug has publicly responded to the latest remarks, the situation has once again highlighted ongoing debates within hip hop culture around loyalty, cooperation with law enforcement, and credibility. The exchange adds another chapter to a long-running rivalry that continues to play out publicly through interviews, livestreams, and social media.

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