Gucci Mane

Gucci Mane, a Grammy-nominated rapper, is recognized for his instrumental role in forging the hip-hop subgenre, trap music. Since his debut in 2001, he has brought to life sixteen studio albums and seventy-one mixtapes, his first studio album, "Trap House," dating back to 2005. His collaborative spirit is best demonstrated by his numerous partnerships with a variety of artists across genres, including Mariah Carey, Bruno Mars, and Selena Gomez. Mane's impact on the music industry cannot be understated, having been dubbed the "avatar of East Atlanta" and "the most influential underground rapper of the 2000s."

Mane's influence extends beyond music. He ventured into the world of acting, diversifying his public visibility, and participated in several projects. His entrepreneurial spirit is evident in his founding of the label imprint 1017 Records in 2007, which has since signed artists like Young Thug and Waka Flocka Flame. His contribution to music has not gone unnoticed, earning him a Grammy Award nomination in 2020. His successful single "Black Beatles," a collaboration with Rae Sremmurd, became his first song to top the Billboard Hot 100.

Mane's versatility, creativity, and business acumen are further demonstrated by his ventures into the world of literature and fashion. His autobiography, "The Autobiography of Gucci Mane," published in 2017, became a New York Times bestseller. In 2019, he collaborated with the Italian fashion house Gucci and became the face of their Gucci Cruise 2020 Campaign. His life and career have also been depicted in a TV series, "The Mane Event," produced by BET. In 2025, he released his second memoir, "Episodes: The Diary of a Recovering Mad Man," where he was open about his struggles with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.