Gunna, born Sergio Giavanni Kitchens on June 14, 1993, is an American rapper and singer. He gained popularity with his mixtape Drip Season 3 in 2018 and his collaborative project Drip Harder with Lil Baby. Gunna signed with Young Thug’s YSL Records in 2016.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Sergio Giavanni Kitchens |
| Date Of Birth: | June 14,1993 |
| Place Of Birth: | College Park, Georgia, U.S |
| Nationality: | American |
| Occupation(s): | Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, |
| Labels: | YSL, 300 Entertainment |
| Net Worth: | $4 Million |
Early Life And Education
Gunna, a College Park, Georgia native, was raised in Fulton County’s Southside by his mother alongside four older brothers. He began his music career at fifteen and drew inspiration from artists like Cam’ron, Chingy, and Outkast. Gunna attended North Springs Charter School of Arts and Sciences, Langston Hughes High School, and Creekside High School with Playboi Carti. In 2013, he released the mixtape Hard Body as Yung Serg.Gunna’s entry into Young Thug’s circle was facilitated by Keith “King” Troup, a revered community member who passed away in December 2015. This connection led to Gunna’s collaboration with Young Thug on “Floyd Mayweather”, alongside Travis Scott and Gucci Mane, featured on Thug’s mixtape Jeffery.
Career
Gunna’s debut mixtape, Drip Season, was released through YSL Records on October 14, 2016, showcasing fellow YSL members like Young Thug and Lil Duke. Following up with Drip Season 2 in May 2017, Gunna collaborated with prominent Atlanta and YSL artists including Young Thug, Playboi Carti, and Offset. His mixtape also scored a slot on a “Grand Theft Auto” radio station with the track “YSL”.
In November 2017, Gunna dropped his debut EP, Drip or Drown, produced entirely by his close friend Wheezy, with Young Thug as the sole feature.On February 2, 2018, Gunna dropped his commercial mixtape Drip Season 3 with guest features from notable artists like Lil Durk, Nav, and Lil Yachty. The deluxe edition included collaborations with artists such as Lil Uzi Vert, Young Thug, and Lil Baby, released simultaneously.
In April 2018, Gunna released the popular single “Sold Out Dates” featuring Lil Baby, which garnered millions of streams and became a mainstream hit. He also made waves with his appearance on Travis Scott’s “Yosemite”, with his verse being a standout moment on the track.
Teaming up with Lil Baby once more, Gunna released the lead single “Drip Too Hard” in September 2018, which became a chart-topper, reaching number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. The duo then dropped their collaborative mixtape, Drip Harder, in October to critical acclaim, featuring guest appearances from artists like Young Thug, Nav, and Drake.
In February 2019, Gunna released his debut studio album, Drip or Drown 2, with singles “One Call” and “Speed it Up”. The album featured appearances from Lil Baby, Young Thug, and Playboi Carti, reaching number three on the 200 Chart.
Gunna collaborated with Young Thug on the hit single “Hot” in August 2019, and later with Nav and Travis Scott on “Turks”. He released his second studio album, Wunna, in May 2020, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200.
In April 2021, Gunna and Young Thug released the collaborative album Slime Language 2. Gunna’s third studio album, DS4Ever, was released on January 7, 2022, concluding the Drip Season series with features from various artists.Gunna released “Bread & Butter” five months after his release from jail, addressing allegations of snitching on the YSL gang. To celebrate his 30th birthday, he dropped a new album, titled A Gift & A Curse, the next day.
After unveiling the song “Prada Dem” with Offset, Gunna revealed his fifth studio album’s title in April 2024. He followed up with the release of the single “WhatsApp (Wassam)” on May 3, 2024, as the second single from his upcoming album, One of Wun. Featuring guests like Offset, Normani, Leon Bridges, and Roddy Ricch, the album debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200. Gunna later collaborated with Jamaican rapper Skillibeng on “Jump”, featured on South African singer Tyla’s debut album, with a music video shot in Hillbrow, Johannesburg, and Kliptown.
Personal Life
Gunna’s love life has been a subject of curiosity and uncertainty to the public. He has been linked to many women, including Chloe Bailey. However, the rapper has not openly clarified the air about these rumors.
Gunna Net Worth
As of 2024 Gunna, an American singer, rapper, and songwriter, has accumulated a net worth of $4 million.
