These tapes capture both artists at their hungriest, trading verses over distorted basslines and sirens, laying the groundwork for the global expansion of the Brick Squad brand. The Post-Prison Evolution Era (2016–Present)

"I’m a Dog," "Bachelor Pad," "Love for Money."

One problem fans face: Gucci’s golden era lives on and LiveMixtapes , not Spotify or Apple Music. Because of sample clearances (samples from video games, movies, and old R&B songs), many of these tapes are not on DSPs.

"Gas," "Lean," "Molly," "Medication" Why It's #7: Gucci at his most experimental and unpredictable.

It captures the specific, localized energy of Atlanta's Zone 6 neighborhoods. 9. World War 3: Lean (2013)

Released during his legendary 2009 run, this project solidified Gucci as the top artist in Atlanta. It is raw, comedic, and incredibly influential for the melodic trap sub-genre. "First No. 1", "Hurry", "Suckaz"

"First Place," "Hurry," "Wasted" (Original Version)