Thug finds himself amidst the YSL RICO trial, facing numerous complications and criticisms. Both Thug and Gunna were indicted in Fulton County in 2022, leading to their arrests. Gunna was released in December after entering an Alford plea, stating that he had not cooperated or made any statements in the case, emphasizing his innocence while pleading guilty to a single charge.
Gunna’s full statement addressed his association with YSL as a platform for entertainment rather than a gang. He clarified that he had not cooperated or intended to be involved in the trial process. The use of Alford plea led to confusion among fans and artists; some misconstrue taking a plea deal with full-on snitching, which is not always the case. Alford pleas have precedence, notably in the West Memphis Three case.
Following Gunna’s RapCaviar clip, a tweet from Young Thug’s official Twitter account sparked speculation among fans regarding a possible reference to Lil Baby’s past comments concerning Gunna. The ongoing trial and its implications have kept the public’s attention, with varying interpretations and reactions within the music community.