After much anticipation surrounding Gunna’s latest album release, “The Last Wun” has officially debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 chart, moving approximately 80,000 to 81,000 album-equivalent units in its first week. The project, widely regarded as Gunna’s final album under YSL Records, included about 1,000 pure album sales within those numbers, with the vast majority of units coming from streaming equivalents.
The streaming performance proved particularly notable, with the album accumulating approximately 104.49 million official on-demand streams across platforms during its debut week. This strong digital showing compensated for relatively modest physical and download sales, demonstrating how Gunna’s audience primarily consumes his music through streaming services rather than traditional purchasing methods.
While not matching the six-figure first-week performance of his earlier work “DS4EVER,” the numbers remain consistent with Gunna’s recent projects like “a Gift & a Curse” and “One Of Wun.” Industry analysts view these figures as a respectable showing that maintains his commercial standing while potentially positioning him for a strategic career shift away from YSL. The artist could potentially explore sync licensing deals to further monetize his catalog as he transitions to the next phase of his career. The album received a significant boost in visibility after LeBron James’ endorsement on social media generated additional buzz among fans. Gunna’s team strategically leveraged pre-save campaigns ahead of the album’s release to build anticipation and maximize first-day streams.
This latest entry marks Gunna’s sixth or seventh top-three debut on the Billboard 200, adding to his impressive chart history that now includes eight charting releases overall. The consistent high-charting pattern further cements his status as one of hip-hop’s reliable commercial performers of the 2020s. These chart accomplishments showcase how Gunna has maintained his popularity despite ongoing controversies related to the YSL RICO trials.
The album’s commercial performance is particularly interesting given the backdrop of ongoing narratives involving Gunna, Young Thug, and the broader YSL collective. Despite industry controversies and public disputes with peers like Lil Baby, the numbers suggest that Gunna’s core audience remains engaged with his musical output regardless of external drama.
Looking ahead, the strong debut establishes a foundation for Gunna’s potential next moves as an independent artist or with a new label partner, with early indicators suggesting his market value remains intact during this apparent shift period.
