Musician, actor, and businessman Radric Delantic Davis, better known as Gucci Mane, overcame adversity as an at-risk youth in the Atlanta metropolitan area to found trap music and establish one of its earliest record labels. Davis has been labeled as everything from autistic to insane by his family and peers, who did not understand his genius or his ambition. The often-outlandish rapper beat a drug addiction and reformed his life during a lengthy incarceration. The musician now runs his record company and a clothing firm while continuing his prolific recording career. He also prioritizes his marriage and childrearing. He has one son from a prior relationship, while his wife has three children. The blended family live in Atlanta, GA. In the Hip-Hop & R&B: Culture, Music & Storytelling series learn about the personal and professional lives of today's hottest stars in the music industry. Read about their upbringing, families, passions, road to the top, and how each star supports the community by giving back. Scan QR codes to watch their most popular music videos and hear inspiring speeches and words of wisdom. Each book in this series includes the artists' lifetime awards, albums, tours, and collaborations that have led them to where they are today.
