Gunna, born Sergio Giavanni Kitchens on June 14, 1993, is an American rapper and singer-songwriter. He signed with Young Thug’s YSL Records in 2016 and gained fame with his mixtapes Drip Season 3 and Drip Harder with Lil Baby. Their hit single “Drip Too Hard” achieved diamond certification and a Grammy nomination.
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 |
| Net Worth: | $4 million |
Early Life And Education
Gunna, who was born in College Park, Georgia on June 14, 1993, was raised by his mother, whose identity remains unknown to the public. Referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Kitchens, Gunna also grew up alongside four older brothers.
He discovered his passion for music at the age of fifteen, drawing influence from artists like Cam’ron, Chingy, and Outkast. Gunna’s educational journey in College Park included attending North Springs Charter School of Arts and Sciences and Langston Hughes High School.
Career
Gunna, the talented American artist, is known for his skills as a rapper, singer, and songwriter. He is currently under the record labels of Young Thug’s YSL Records and 300 Entertainment. Gunna rose to fame with the release of his popular mixtape Drip Season 3 in 2018.
After his initial success, Gunna teamed up with Lil Baby to create the mixtape Drip Harder, which included the smash hit “Drip Too Hard.” This song peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and was later certified diamond by the RIAA.
In 2019, Gunna released his debut album, Drip or Drown 2, which debuted at number three on the Billboard chart. The rapper followed up with his second album, Wunna, in 2020, which entered the Billboard 200 chart at number one.
Gunna also teamed up with Internet Money for the popular single “Lemonade,” reaching number six on the Billboard Hot 100 and gaining international success. His third album, DS4Ever, was released in 2022 and secured the top spot on the charts.
Gunna released the track “Bread & Butter” five months after being released from jail, addressing his arrest and the allegations of him snitching on the YSL gang. On his 30th birthday, he surprised fans by announcing a new album titled A Gift & A Curse, which dropped the following day.
After the release of the song “Prada Dem” featuring Offset, Gunna revealed the title of his fifth studio album in April 2024. He then released another single, “WhatsApp (Wassam),” as the second single from his upcoming album, One of Wun, on May 3, 2024.
Gunna also announced that One of Wun would be released on May 10, 2024. The album includes collaborations with Offset, Normani, Leon Bridges, and Roddy Ricch, and debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200.
On May 14, 2024, Gunna was featured alongside Jamaican rapper Skillibeng on the track “Jump” from South African singer Tyla’s debut album. The music video for the song was filmed in Hillbrow, Johannesburg, and Kliptown, Soweto.
Personal Life
Gunna’s romantic relationships have sparked public curiosity and speculation. Linking him to various women, such as Chloe Bailey, has fueled interest. Despite these rumors, the rapper has chosen not to address them openly.
Legal Issues
In May 2022, Gunna and Young Thug were among 28 individuals linked to YSL Records who faced charges in a 56-count RICO Act indictment issued by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.
On May 11, 2022, Gunna turned himself in to law enforcement. He was denied bond, and his trial was set to commence on January 9, 2023. On October 13, 2022, Gunna was once again denied release from jail prior to his January trial.
However, on December 14, 2022, he pleaded guilty to a single count of racketeering and received a five-year prison sentence, with one year credited for time served and the remainder of the sentence suspended under probation conditions, which included completing 500 hours of community service. He was released from jail on the same day.
Philanthropy
In February 2022, Gunna collaborated with Goodr, a company focused on sustainable food waste management and hunger relief, to launch a free grocery store at Ronald E. McNair Middle School, where he was a student during his teenage years.
Gunna Net Worth
As of 2024 Gunna, an American singer, rapper, and songwriter, has accumulated a net worth of $4 million.
Awards And Nominations
2020 Grammy Award
- Best Rap/Sung Performance: Drip Too Hard (with Lil Baby) – Nominated
2022 Grammy Award
- Album of the Year : Planet Her (Deluxe) – (as featured artist by Doja Cat) – Nominated
2023 Grammy Award
- Best Rap Performance : Pushin P (with Future featuring Young Thug) – Nominated
- Best Rap Song: Pushin P (with Future featuring Young Thug) – Nominated
Discography
Gunna’s discography consists of:
Albums:
- One of Wun (2024)
- a Gift & a Curse (2023)
- DS4EVER (2022)
- WUNNA (2020)
- Drip or Drown 2 (2019)
Notable Songs:
- FukUMean
- Drip Too Hard (with Lil Baby)
- Back to the Moon
- Pushin P (with Young Thug and Future)
He has also been featured on tracks with artists such as Travis Scott, Metro Boomin, and others.
