The song "1017 Freestyle" by Gucci Mane is a rap track that features aggressive and boastful lyrics typical of the trap rap genre. The lyrics primarily focus on Gucci Mane's personal success, wealth, and street credibility. In the first verse, Gucci Mane asserts his authority and states that he dictates what can or cannot be. He mentions his drug-dealing activities and how his presence can be sensed in Fayetteville. He also talks about his luxurious lifestyle, driving a Black Jaguar and not even knowing what year it is. He references a person who spilled food on his car's steering wheel, indicating he is not to be messed with. Gucci Mane then relates his success in the music industry to a sports game, comparing himself to a coach and his peers to basketball players. In the chorus, Gucci Mane highlights the prevalence of drugs in his surroundings and claims that some people don't even know what day it is due to their constant drug use. He also mentions that people underestimate him, but he shows them his worth. In the second verse, Gucci Mane boasts about his gang affiliations, particularly mentioning the Fox 13 murder gang. He warns others not to talk to him about his rivals unless they have participated in confrontations with them. Gucci Mane also mentions carrying weapons, consuming drugs like Percocets, and seeking revenge for his fallen comrades. He raps about his dominance and the fear he instills in others. The third verse continues Gucci Mane's aggressive and violent narrative. He mentions having a powerful firearm and threatens violence against those who disrespect him or his associates. Gucci Mane emphasizes the loyalty of his friends, their criminal backgrounds, and their addiction to drugs. He also references his consumption of lean (a mixture of codeine and promethazine) and his involvement in criminal activities. Gucci Mane implies that he is willing to kill for money. In the fourth verse, Gucci Mane continues to assert his dominance and warns against crossing him or his crew. He mentions his teammates, such as Scarr and BIG30, and their roles in criminal activities. Gucci Mane likens himself to football player Tom Brady and his crew to Bill Belichick, referencing their success and strategic thinking. He boasts about his gun and its range, warns against starting arguments with him, and brags about his expensive jewelry. Gucci Mane mentions smoking Backwoods cigars, alludes to rapper Snoop Dogg's love for marijuana, and jokes about having a long sexual endurance. He concludes by asserting the influence and power of his group, Gutta Gang, and the consequences of crossing him. Overall, "1017 Freestyle" showcases Gucci Mane's street credibility, wealth, and violent nature through aggressive and boastful lyrics. The lyrics paint a picture of the trap rap lifestyle and the mentality of someone involved in criminal activities.
