The title and hook "I'm getting big like King Kong" serve as a metaphor for Gunna's rising status in the rap industry.
"King Kong" is a collaborative track by Gunna featuring Young Thug, originally released on , as the sixth track on the deluxe edition of Gunna’s breakout mixtape, Drip Season 3 . The song is a staple of their early collaborative era, showcasing the melodic trap chemistry that defined the Young Stoner Life (YSL) Records sound. Key Track Details Artists: Gunna feat. Young Thug Album: Drip Season 3 (Deluxe) Release Date: February 2, 2018 Duration: 2 minutes and 32 seconds Gunna ft. Young Thug - King Kong (Music)
Produced by Turbo (Tony Son), a frequent collaborator known for shaping Gunna's signature "drip" sound. Lyricism and Themes The title and hook "I'm getting big like
The song revolves around themes of rapid success, wealth, and street loyalty. Key Track Details Artists: Gunna feat
Gunna emphasizes sticking to the "G-code" and mentions legal pressures with the line "better watch out for RICO"—a lyric that later gained significant attention during the 2022 YSL RICO indictment .
Thug provides his signature high-pitched ad-libs and melodic background vocals, which fans have described as emotionally resonant despite the track's braggadocious nature. Production and Impact Gunna - King Kong (feat. Young Thug) [Official Audio]