The Life, Music And Beefs Of Gucci Mane

The Leonard Lopate Show | Sep 15, 2017

Rapper Gucci Mane joins us to discuss his memoir, The Autobiography of Gucci Mane. Born in rural Bessemer, Alabama, Radric Delantic Davis became Gucci Mane in East Atlanta. He recalls his roots in Alabama, the trap house and the studio where he found his voice, and reflects on his career.

Gucci Mane will appear on Sept. 19 at 11:30 a.m. at Barnes & Noble (555 Fifth Avenue between E. 45th and 46th St.). Photo-ops with Gucci Mane are possible.

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