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Gucci Mane
RapperUnited States
Gucci Mane, born Radric Delantic Davis, is an American rapper widely regarded as one of the key figures in the development of trap music. His career includes albums such as Trap House, The State vs. Radric Davis, Everybody Looking and Breath of Fresh Air, as well as founding the 1017 record label. [2][3]
Career and work
Gucci Mane emerged from Atlanta’s rap scene in the mid-2000s and became one of the artists most closely associated with the development of trap music. His 2005 debut album, Trap House, was followed by a prolific run of albums and mixtapes. [2]
His later career included albums such as The State vs. Radric Davis, Everybody Looking, Mr. Davis and Breath of Fresh Air. He also built 1017 into a record-label platform for other artists. [2][3]
What has been publicly discussed
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Sources used for this profile
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Los Angeles TimesGucci Mane on schizophrenia and bipolar disorder Diagnoses, psychosis, triggers, treatment and disclosure.
AllMusicGucci Mane Career and role in trap music.
AllMusicThe New 1017 Label leadership.
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Simon & SchusterEpisodes Memoir and mental-health focus.
BETGucci Mane on schizophrenia and bipolar disorder Diagnoses and psychotic symptoms.
ComplexGucci Mane on bipolar and schizophrenia episodes Episode duration and loss of control.
E! NewsGucci Mane diagnosis and treatment Therapy and medication.
The Breakfast ClubGucci Mane and Keyshia Ka’oir Warning signs and treatment.
PeopleGucci Mane on psychosis and treatment Later stability and family perspective.
ABC News / NightlineGucci Mane interview His reason for writing Episodes and wanting to help others.
Learn more
Recommended books and other resources about Gucci Mane and their experiences.
- Episodes: The Diary of a Recovering Mad ManGucci Mane
Memoir on mental-health crises, treatment and recovery.
- Gucci Mane & Keyshia Ka’oirThe Breakfast Club
Long-form discussion of diagnosis and treatment.
- Gucci Mane on bipolar and schizophrenia episodesComplex
First-person description of episodes.
- Gucci Mane on schizophrenia and bipolar disorderLos Angeles Times
Detailed profile on diagnosis, treatment and family support.