Atlanta-born rappers Young Thug and Gunna tapped into their philanthropic side over the weekend, posting bail for 30 inmates in Fulton County Jail. According to WSB-TV, the men and women released were held on minor offenses and were prevented from their release due to lack of money for bail.
With bail agents and district attorneys in tow, Young Thug says that he and Gunna went to the jail Friday afternoon to help the low-level offenders gain their freedom.
“This where we from,” Young Thug told WSB-TV’s Channel 2 about the deed, with Gunna explaining the passion behind it.
Young Thug and Gunna bailed out 30 inmates from Fulton County jail this past weekend.
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“You never know what somebody has been through. There was people sitting out three or four years and couldn’t get out on bond,” the “Drip Too Hard” the rapper said.
Chiming in on the high bond costs, Young Thug added, “If they did the crime, then they can do the time, then it’s all right. But it’s like you’re giving them a bond higher than what they stole.”
Both rap artists are on Young Thug’s record label, Young Stoner Life (YSL) Records, and have collaborated on numerous songs, including 2019’s smash hit “Hot,” and Young Thug’s latest single “Ski.”
WSB-TV obtained recorded footage from YSL Records of the former inmates’ release, including an emotional hug from a Black father and his young son.
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Located in North West Atlanta, Fulton County Jail has faced overcrowding and safety concerns for years. In 2019, it housed a record 3,000 inmates, surpassing the full capacity of 2,591 inmates. According to WSB-TV, the jail recorded 2,900 inmates in February, with overcrowding so bad that some people had to sleep in public areas.
Though the rappers didn’t say how much they collectively spent on the numerous bonds, we’re sure it cost them a pretty penny. Nonetheless, the sight of the former inmates being reunited with their families was truly priceless.
