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The Autobiography of Gucci Mane Hardcover – September 19, 2017

4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 5,308 ratings

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

“As wild, unpredictable, and fascinating as the man himself. ” —Complex
“A cautionary tale that ends in triumph.” —GQ
“A revelation and a welcome addition to hip-hop’s literary legacy.” —All Hip Hop

The highly anticipated memoir from Gucci Mane, “one of hip-hop’s most prolific and admired artists” (
The New York Times).

For the first time Gucci Mane tells his story in his own words. It is the captivating life of an artist who forged an unlikely path to stardom and personal rebirth. Gucci Mane began writing his memoir in a maximum-security federal prison. Released in 2016, he emerged radically transformed. He was sober, smiling, focused, and positive—a far cry from the Gucci Mane of years past.

Born in rural Bessemer, Alabama, Radric Delantic Davis became Gucci Mane in East Atlanta, where the rap scene is as vibrant as the dope game. His name was made as a drug dealer first, rapper second. His influential mixtapes and street anthems pioneered the sound of trap music. He inspired and mentored a new generation of artists and producers: Migos, Young Thug, Nicki Minaj, Zaytoven, Mike Will Made-It, Metro Boomin.

Yet every success was followed by setback. Too often, his erratic behavior threatened to end it all. Incarceration, violence, rap beefs, drug addiction. But Gucci Mane has changed, and he’s decided to tell his story.

In his extraordinary autobiography, the legend takes us to his roots in Alabama, the streets of East Atlanta, the trap house, and the studio where he found his voice as a peerless rapper. He reflects on his inimitable career and in the process confronts his dark past—years behind bars, the murder charge, drug addiction, career highs and lows—the making of a trap god. It is one of the greatest comeback stories in the history of music.

The Autobiography of Gucci Mane is a blunt and candid account—an instant classic.
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"As wild, unpredictable, and fascinating as the man himself."
COMPLEX

“A cautionary tale that ends in triumph. . . . There are scenes from Gucci Mane’s new autobiography that seem better fit for a gripping Oscar drama than for the story of a guy who recently won his first MTV Video Music Award.”
—GQ

“A captivating dive into the mind of Radric Davis. . . . The book provides incredible insight into one of the most influential rappers of the last decade, detailing a volatile and fascinating life . . . By the end, every reader will have a greater understanding of Gucci Mane, the man and the musician.”
—PITCHFORK

“A story of black manhood in the American South as never described before. . . . an eye-opening look into the life of the Trap God and the sound he influenced. . . . a revelation and a welcome addition to hip-hop’s literary legacy.”
—ALL HIP HOP

“Reads like a drugged out crime thriller on A&E. . . . A thorough look into the experiences that molded one of rap's most polarizing figures in recent memory.”
—VICE

"Few careers have been as tumultuous as that of Radric Delantic Davis. Through sheer grit, shrewd intelligence, and a stubborn unwillingness to be counted out, he transformed himself from a street hustler, drug dealer, and occasional strong-armed robber into a modern day Zone 6 prophet. Even while incarcerated, Gucci remained a cult hero to a generation that reached far beyond the Southern city where his influence first blossomed. His is a story of overcoming adversity, taming internal demons and rejecting the imposed labels of others."
—HIGHSNOBIETY

“Gucci Mane’s story is one of reinvention.”
—PEOPLE.COM

“Highly-anticipated . . . a serious look inside his major life struggles and triumphs.”
—BILLBOARD

“Inspirational.”
—THE SOURCE

“The Autobiography of Gucci Mane, written with music journalist Neil Martinez-Belkin, quietly defies the conventions of the celebrity memoir genre; in parts, it reads like what I can only describe as pop culture poetry. . . . In its conversational candor and the razor-sharp image it evokes of a particular era, it felt reminiscent of Patti Smith’s Just Kids.”
—LITERARY HUB

“Honest, revealing . . . blunt, outrageous.”
—UPROXXX

“A necessary reintroduction to the Atlanta trap god . . . His innumerable false starts are articulated with a stark honesty rare in most autobiographies.”
—ARTS ATL

“Unflinching . . . refreshingly blunt . . . riveting, filled with music-world intrigue and inner-city shootouts and buoyed by a self-awareness not marred by ego.”
—PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

“Gucci Mane managed to turn his entire life around and penned that ascent in his newest memoir . . . a well-rounded portrait.”
—REVOLT TV

“Gucci’s family life, drug dealing and arrests — as well as the perfection of a musical style that would help elevate the careers of a slew of young Southern artists such as Migos, Young Thug and Zaytoven — are on full display in the new
The Autobiography of Gucci Mane . . . the trap king’s roots, and his past, remain close to his head and his heart.”
—THE UNDEFEATED

Autobiography buzzes with the grandeur and grittiness that Gucci is known for, and some of that can be attributed to the music journalist Neil Martinez-Belkin, who co-wrote it.”
—THE OUTLINE

“As entertaining as anything Gucci has ever made . . . The entire book feels less like an autobiography but rather a conversation . . . something moving and meaningful, much more so than the usual 'hustler to rapper' story.”
—SWGRUS

The Autobiography of Gucci Mane is about growth, resilience and how no matter the setback, Gucci Mane is always prepared to come back harder than ever before. . . . the many lessons Gucci Mane endured and shared in this autobiography can be valued by us all.”
—ESSENCE

“Better than any urban novella, the book is an exemplary account of the life and times of Radric Davis from Bessemer, Alabama—otherwise known as Gucci Mane.”
—NEWSWEEK

“His book brings a fuller worldview to the rhymed version of the biography he’s previously shared.”
—PACIFIC STANDARD

“The Autobiography of Gucci Mane is Gucci’s greatest redemption song . . . His autobiography shines because we get to see an emotionally intelligent Gucci. We see his fears and his doubts. . . . Given Gucci’s influence on this generation and its rappers, as well as neighborhood pushers from inner-city dwellings around the country, his newly debuted book is poised to inspire rappers and men like myself to give more thought to mental health, drug use and the kind of lives we want to lead.”
VIBE

The Autobiography of Gucci Mane is written with an appealing matter-of-factness, and it helps to replace myth with something closer to the real story.”
THE NEW YORKER

About the Author

Gucci Mane is a critically acclaimed, platinum-selling recording artist and New York Times bestselling author of The Autobiography of Gucci Mane. He has released fifteen studio albums and over a hundred overall projects. The Gucci Mane Guide to Greatness is his second book. CONNECT WITH GUCCI MANE at GucciManeOnline.com, Instagram @LaFlare1017, Twitter @Gucci1017, Facebook @GucciMane, and YouTube @OfficialGucciMane.

Neil Martinez-Belkin is the former music editor at
XXL Magazine and has written extensively about contemporary hip-hop with a regional focus on Atlanta. He lives in Boston.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Simon & Schuster; First Edition (September 19, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 304 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1501165321
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1501165320
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.15 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.1 x 9 inches
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2024
    Amazing! I love it.
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2024
    Great read, highly recommended
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2024
    The book was a gift for my husband and he said it was honest and inspirational ✨
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    The book was a gift for my husband and he said it was honest and inspirational ✨
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  • Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2022
    I was enthralled by his story , I didn't know much about Gucci. I'm happy to know he overcame his demons and has a better life. This book should be given to people seeking a better life and to be shown you can grow and change. A person has to hold themselves accountable and reconcile the past to move forward it is indeed possible. I appreciate him putting his story out as a youngster I wanted this life now I see why mama was so strict. Definitely a good read and you get to know this artist on a deep level not the media B.S. just a man evolving and changing.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2023
    After reading this book I definitely became a bigger fan of Gucci but even more of a fan of Radric Davis. He overcame so much in his life to not only be a better rapper but most importantly a better man. As a fan I always said Gucci made better music while he was in jail but I’m glad he has defeated those demons and is blessed as a OG in the rap game. He has had his mark on some many heavyweights not only from Atlanta but in the rap game period! This man should’ve been dead a long time ago but he never gave up. This is definitely the stuff of movies and hopefully he gets his story told on film as well. The 50 Cent of the south for sure,a must read for everyone and not just fans of rap
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2017
    I didn’t know much about Gucci Mane except what my younger family members had told me, and that was, he was a rapper from Atlanta, and helped put a lot of southern rappers on the map so to speak. I became interested in reading his life story after watching him give an interview on the Breakfast Club, and after seeing his beautiful wedding on BET. I wondered, what made this young man go all out for his fiancée like this? What a gentlemen! I had to know his story…

    Gucci Mane better known as Radric Davis, was born in Alabama and grew up in Atlanta. He came from a very poor upbringing and a volatile home. Growing up without a father, and living in a single-parent household, Gucci was determined to make a better life for himself. Surrounded by poverty, drugs, and family members who were violent and abused alcohol, Gucci becomes a product of his environment. He turns to selling drugs and has many run-ins with the law. Confused and feeling invincible quite often, Gucci repeats his mistakes. Turning to music to try to get away from the “dope game,” he realizes all that glitters in the music industry is not gold. He faces portrayal, money losses, and backstabbing from friends-turned-foes. As soon as he thinks he’s got a good foot in the door, his addictions causes him to end up in jail once more.

    I appreciate Gucci’s backstory and the details about the music business, in particular, southern hip-hop. I’m from the east coast, and honestly, I only listened to a few artists like Outkast, Goodie Mob, and T.I. the rest of the artists I had never heard of, but Gucci made me curious enough to Google the names of different ones he mentioned as being legends of the South. I must admit, I too like some of the songs now.

    While the story of Gucci’s life was a good read that kept me turning the pages, there are quite a few gaps, which he admits were intentional, but other things such as his children or son “Bam” is mentioned as an afterthought. There’s also not a lot of details about his mother and his family as he gets older. Where were they when he got into all of this trouble? There is only one scene where his mother tries to save him, she then disappears. Also, the book came to an abrupt end, as if someone felt it was long enough or he simply didn’t want to go into any more details.

    In all, I hope Gucci Mane is out of jail for good. I’m glad he’s living a healthy and happy life with his wife and children.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2024
    Great Read!
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2017
    I honestly can't say that I'm shocked by how great this book is. About 5 years ago I had the opportunity to work with Gucci in Virginia and I had been a fan since his "so icy" days... Prior to working with him I had a slight crush and the occasional fan fantasy for him but when I met him I froze in my tracks and gained a new found respect for him so grand the crush was gone. It blew my mind how he was so focused on getting the work done and mostly, how quiet he was. I was in such awe of him and knew there was so much more to him, you could just feel it. He was nothing like he was on tv or in the news, smh I can't even explain it. That day I became I an even more devoted fan and follower. This book was confirmation of the aura I felt from him that day. This book shows so much growth on his part an hard work, it's not easy for Aquarians to show "themselves" so him writing this book spilling all his inner most feelings is a very big deal and I'm very very proud of him and his spiritual and mental accomplishments. #Guwop
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  • Kunde
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gucci Who?
    Reviewed in Germany on October 6, 2024
    Shout out ma n Gucci..
  • javier
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfecto
    Reviewed in Spain on May 12, 2024
    llego tal cual la descripción
  • Brody
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 5, 2022
    Really good to be fair, really enjoyed it. Gucci isn’t necessarily an artist I’ve overly followed from the start however I do like a lot of his music so it was nice to read about how he got to where he is today. His story is very interesting and the books very well written.
  • Lori Sara Gauthier
    5.0 out of 5 stars Page turner!
    Reviewed in Canada on October 11, 2019
    This book is a page turner, I'm so glad I bought it so I can read it again.
    Although i feel like Gucci got some help for editing and writing, his voice really come through in this book.
    I liked his authentic accounts of his experiences in the industry and even in the carceral system :( , really recommend this book esp to anyone into hip hop/rap culture.
  • J
    5.0 out of 5 stars Guwop1017
    Reviewed in France on October 17, 2020
    Guwop se livre pour de vrai et on y apprend énormément sur ses débuts que ça soit en Alabama, ses Goons, de son étymologie, du 1017 et de la Zone 6 Clique et cie. Rien que la couverture du Livre est charismatique. J’ai été surpris de la très bonne qualité de ce Livre, des anecdotes de tarés. D’autant plus que malgré ses beefs, Wizzop reste vrai et parle Vrai. Un bouquin qui reste zinzin pas impossible que vous vous taperez des barres tellement que c’est parfois irréel Lol.
    Au vu de la lourdeur du 1er Tome, je pense pas que le 2nd fera le poids, à voir... Bref, si vous aimez le vrai Southside, la Trap, L’univers de Alana (ATL) n’hésitez jamais à acheter le livre de Gucci Mane il en vaut la peine. Le livre est uniquement en anglais ou en allemand. Mais bref, c’est un anglais assez simple et vous apprenez le slang en même temps. Par contre il y’a une coquille dans le livre. Force à Guwop. #BURR #SKURRRR
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    Reviewed in France on October 17, 2020
    Guwop se livre pour de vrai et on y apprend énormément sur ses débuts que ça soit en Alabama, ses Goons, de son étymologie, du 1017 et de la Zone 6 Clique et cie. Rien que la couverture du Livre est charismatique. J’ai été surpris de la très bonne qualité de ce Livre, des anecdotes de tarés. D’autant plus que malgré ses beefs, Wizzop reste vrai et parle Vrai. Un bouquin qui reste zinzin pas impossible que vous vous taperez des barres tellement que c’est parfois irréel Lol.
    Au vu de la lourdeur du 1er Tome, je pense pas que le 2nd fera le poids, à voir... Bref, si vous aimez le vrai Southside, la Trap, L’univers de Alana (ATL) n’hésitez jamais à acheter le livre de Gucci Mane il en vaut la peine. Le livre est uniquement en anglais ou en allemand. Mais bref, c’est un anglais assez simple et vous apprenez le slang en même temps. Par contre il y’a une coquille dans le livre. Force à Guwop. #BURR #SKURRRR
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