About Me
Sergio Giavanni Kitchens, better known as Gunna, is a successful American rapper, singer and songwriter who helped pioneer the melodic, effortless flow that has become modern Atlanta trap music. His breakthrough came through a collaboration with his mentor Young Thug, and after that he released several albums that topped the Billboard 200.
Gunna Bio
Gunna (Sergio Giavanni Kitchens) is an American award-winning rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer from College Park, Georgia, United States whose signature style is melodic rap music along with a lifestyle of luxury and fashion. From Atlanta to international fame, it’s been quite a ride for him.
Early Life & Education
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Born: June 14, 1993 in College Park, Georgia
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Raised by: His mother, alongside four older brothers
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Schools: North Springs Charter School of Arts and Sciences, Langston Hughes High School, Creekside High School
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Early influences: Cam’ron, Chingy, Outkast — shaping his smooth, melodic style
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First mixtape: Hard Body (2013) under the name Yung Serg, marking his first step into hip‑hop
Career Beginnings (2016–2018)
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Introduced to Young Thug through mutual friend Keith “King” Troup.
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Signed to YSL Records, an imprint of 300 Entertainment, in 2016.
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Featured on Thug’s track “Floyd Mayweather” with Travis Scott and Gucci Mane.
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Released the Drip Season mixtape series, culminating in Drip Season 3 (2018), which gained major attention.
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Collaborated with Lil Baby on Drip Harder (2018); its single “Drip Too Hard” hit #4 on Billboard Hot 100, earned RIAA diamond certification, and a Grammy nomination.
Breakthrough Albums
| Year | Album | Billboard 200 Peak | Highlights | |
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| 2019 | Drip or Drown 2 | #3 | Cemented his luxury‑trap sound | |
| 2020 | Wunna | #1 | Debuted atop charts; introspective tone | |
| 2022 | DS4Ever | #1 | Second consecutive #1; featured Pushin P | |
| 2023 | A Gift & a Curse | #3 | Spawned hit FukUMean | |
| 2024 | One of Wun | #2 |
Continued evolution of melodic style |
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| 2025 | The Last Wun | #3 | Final release under YSL/300 Entertainment | Collected |
Legal Challenges
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May 2022: Arrested in a 56‑count RICO indictment involving YSL Records.
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December 2022: Accepted a plea deal and was released from prison.
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Post‑release, Gunna focused on rebuilding his career and image, emphasizing resilience and artistic independence.
Style & Influence
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Known for melodic trap, fashion‑forward persona, and “drip” culture.
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His music blends luxury imagery, emotional introspection, and Atlanta street realism.
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Influenced a new wave of artists embracing melody and high‑fashion aesthetics in hip‑hop.
Personal Life & Legacy
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Net worth: Estimated ≈ $4 million (2025).
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Relationship status: Single; keeps personal life private.
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Philanthropy: Supports youth programs in Atlanta and fashion‑education initiatives.
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Cultural impact: Gunna’s “drip” philosophy reshaped hip‑hop fashion and inspired fan‑driven merch lines worldwide.