SABA is a Chicago-based rapper and songwriter who has risen to prominence on the rap scene with his unique sound, captivating rhymes and witty wordplay. His music often tackles topics of mental health, identity and navigating life as a young adult.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1999</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>SABA is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On December 6, 1999, SABA was born in the West Chatham neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases First Mixtape</div><div class='timeline-text'>Releases his first mixtape, Get Comfortable, at the age of 13.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases Debut Studio Album</div><div class='timeline-text'>Releases his debut studio album, Bucket List Project, on June 3, 2016.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Signs to Pivot Gang Record Label</div><div class='timeline-text'>Signs to Pivot Gang's record label, Closed Sessions, and releases the single "LIFE" as his first release with the label.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases Care for Me</div><div class='timeline-text'>Releases Care For Me, his second studio album, on April 5, 2018.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Receives Grammy Nomination</div><div class='timeline-text'>Receives a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album for his album Care For Me.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases Stoney EP</div><div class='timeline-text'>Releases Stoney EP on June 26, 2020.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>His Music is Inspiring</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>SABA's music is inspiring, uplifting, and even motivational. His lyrics contain thought-provoking messages that have the power to spark conversations about a variety of social issues.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He Connects With His Audience</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>SABA has a unique ability to connect with his audience on an emotional level. His music contains relatable themes, often addressing personal struggles and creating a space for listeners to feel understood.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's A Positive Influence</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>SABA has used his music as a platform to promote positivity and support social causes. Through his words and actions, he encourages young people to stay determined and keep striving for their dreams, no matter the obstacles in their way.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Started Rapping at the Age of</h3><p class='facts-text'>Saba began rapping at the age of seven and was influenced by his older brother, Saba Pivot, a rapper who went on to become a member of the Chicago hip-hop collective Pivot Gang.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Started Producing Music at Age</h3><p class='facts-text'>At the age of 16, Saba began producing his own music and released his debut solo mixtape in 2012. The mixtape featured his first single, "Burnout".</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Won Best New Artist at the Chicago Music Awards</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2017, Saba won the Best New Artist award at the Chicago Music Awards.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Signed To Chance the Rapper's Label</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2018, Saba signed to Chance the Rapper's label, Best Ever Music Group, and released his debut studio album, Care For Me.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Collaborated With Smino and Noname</h3><p class='facts-text'>Saba has collaborated with fellow Chicago rappers Noname and Smino on several songs, including "Logout" and "Ace".</p></div></div>
SABA, an American rapper, was born on July 17, 1994, and is currently 29. He is best known for his breakthrough album, Care For Me, which earned him widespread critical acclaim and multiple award nominations.
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