Gunplay established his foundational presence in hip-hop by co-founding the acclaimed group Triple C’s (Carol City Cartel) in 2005 alongside Rick Ross, Torch, and Young Breed. The groups highly anticipated debut album, ‘Custom Cars & Cycles,’ released in 2009, quickly made its mark, peaking at an impressive position 44 on the U.S. Billboard 200. Leveraging this success, Gunplay initiated his solo journey, prominently featuring on Rick Ross’s critically acclaimed 2009 album ‘Deeper Than Rap’ with the impactful track titled ‘Gunplay,’ signaling his emergence as a distinct voice in the genre.
The album featured an impressive roster of collaborations with acclaimed artists including Rick Ross, Yo Gotti, YG, and Currensy, underscoring his respected position within the music industry. ‘Living Legend’ was actively supported by four compelling singles’Tell ‘Em,’ ‘Wuzhanindoe,’ ‘Be Like Me,’ and ‘Blood on the Dope’and successfully charted on the competitive Billboard 200. Continuing to expand his artistic collaborations and demonstrate his storytelling capabilities, Gunplay released the joint album ‘Chop Stixx and Banana Clips’ with Mozzy in 2019, an effort that received critical acclaim for its immersive narrative.