The Line Crossed: Deconstructing 6ix9ine’s Highly Controversial Diss of 21 Savage Over His Immigration Status
The Great Hip-Hop Immigration Feud: Analyzing 6ix9ine’s Controversial Diss of 21 Savage's ICE Status Introduction: The Unwritten Rules of Rap and the Unforeseen Line in the Sand The world of hip-hop is no stranger to controversy, confrontation, and the lyrical warfare known as the 'diss track.' For decades, artists have traded barbs, challenged credibility, and even threatened violence, all in the name of street cred and lyrical supremacy. However, when the highly polarizing figure 6ix9ine (Tekashi 6ix9ine) entered the fray against fellow star 21 Savage (Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph), he didn't just challenge his music—he targeted something far more sensitive and legally perilous: 21 Savage's immigration status following his 2019 arrest by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This specific feud moment stands out, forcing the hip-hop community and fans alike to question where the line should be drawn in a rap beef. Was bringing up a rival’s poten...