Gucci Mane takes on the role of a daring Santa Claus in “East Atlanta Santa 3.”

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TOP 5

 

5. MORE (Ft. Jason Derulo)

Gucci Mane has a history of linking with pop-tart singers like Jason Derulo.

I know the hook attached to “More” sounds a bit blah (Jason DeRulo sounds so basic on it), but for the most part, it’s still catchy. As for Gucci Mane, he shines in “More” by coming across like a boss lyrically and riding the song’s club-ready beat well.

Holy s**t, on Jason Derulo’s verse on “More,” he sounds like Chris Brown (I knew Jason and Chris were the same person).

4. SHE MISS ME

I love it when Atlanta rappers unite. In “She Miss Me,” Gucci Mane and Rich The Kid join forces to create a cold-ass banger with lyrics that would make even the most ruthless gold-digger uncomfortable.

I f**k with the topic behind “She Miss Me” (It revolves around the complexities that come with f**king a chick that you don’t see very often), Gucci’s simple, catchy hook, and how Rich The Kid sounds like one of those giddy kids that just realized Santa is real.

Honestly, Gucci Mane and Rich The Kid sound like pervs in this track.

3. MR. WOP

Holy s**t, Gucci Mane got Cruella De Vil to be on “Mr. Wop” (This n***a really is the GOAT)!

“Mr. Wop” is exceptionally dope. The eccentric hook and trill-ass raps on the track resonate with me. Additionally, I appreciate how the song brings back memories of Gucci’s “Lemonade” hit from back in the day, especially in terms of production.

Dare I say Mr. Wop is one of Gucci’s most creative songs ever?

2. JINGLE BALES INTRO

“Jingle Bales Intro” is a tough-ass banger that sorta sounds like “Jingle Bells,” but definitely has the vibe of some trap-inspired music you would hear on every MLK Blvd in America.

Initially, “Jingle Bales Intro” may sound like a complete joke, but as it plays on, I guarantee you will find it at least entertaining. Seriously, how can you not be entertained by Gucci Mane’s reckless lyrics about getting laid and dealing drugs on Christmas?

Even during the holidays, Gucci Mane can’t leave the white alone…

1. TONY

WOO WEE, “Tony” is so f**king gangsta!

With “Tony” being powered by this cold-ass beat, Gucci Mane and featured guest Quavo go ham, hurling out bars about hunting down ops, ducking cops, selling drugs, and rocking diamonds we probably can’t afford.

Tony is way too catchy, gangsta, Migo-ish, and cinematic to ignore.

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SONG BY SONG BREAKDOWN

1. Jingle Bales Intro (3.5/5)

2. Mr. Wop (3.5/5)

3. M’s On Ice (3/5)

4. Drummer (2.5/5)

5. More (Ft. Jason DeRulo) (3.5/5)

6. Magic City (Ft. Asian Doll) (2.5/5)

7. Dirty Dancer (2.5/5)

8. Snow (3/5)

9. She Miss Me (Ft. Rich The Kid) (3.5/5)

10. Brick Mason (3/5)

11. Tony (4/5)

12. Gossip (3.5/5)

13. Time Flies By (3.5/5)

14. Slide (3/5)

15. 12 Days Of Christmas (3.5/5)

16. WWGD (3.5/5)

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OVERALL RATING

(D)64%

In East Atlanta Santa 3, you encounter singers who sound like they were plucked from the street, a version of Gucci Mane that is as savage as it gets, and bizarre club bangers… MERRY CHRISTMAS, GUCCI MANE FANS!

For those who haven’t delved into any of Gucci Mane’s 10,345 albums, let me break down the type of rapper he is: Gucci relies on a boss-like persona to carry him to the finish line of songs. Can he ride a beat or drop clever punchlines from time to time? Absolutely! But that’s not what makes him unique. In East Atlanta Santa 3, Gucci predominantly relies on his boss-like demeanor to navigate through. None of the verses he delivers on the album are outstanding from a technical standpoint (Well, I liked his verse on “Tony”), but they are quite appealing.

Surprisingly, I found all the guest appearances on East Atlanta Santa 3 solid. Jason was entertaining on “More,” Rich The Kid had a solid verse in “She Miss Me,” Quavo was great on “Tony,” and Asian Doll was… well… I have no clue how she did on the song because I pressed skip after listening to thirty seconds of it.

The production we got in East Atlanta Santa 3 was beyond blah to me. Yes, I enjoy trap beats just like you do, but given Gucci’s extensive discography, some of the beats he’s rapping over these days sound like s**t I’ve heard him rap over before (Can someone ask Gucci to collaborate with different kinds of producers?).

So, I know you’re wondering why I selected songs like “Jingle Bales,” “Mr. Wop,” and “More” as some of the top songs on this album. Well, they were the most unique ones to me. At this point, as a reviewer, I’ve heard every type of song Gucci Mane is capable of making. When I hear traditional Gucci tracks like “Gossip” and “Brick Mason,” I’m numb to that s**t. Honestly, at this point in my life, I have Gucci fatigue…

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