One of Wun (song)

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"One of Wun"
Song by Gunna
from the album One of Wun
ReleasedMay 10, 2024
Length2:24
Label
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)
  • Que
  • Byrd
  • Kenny Stuntin

"One of Wun" is a song by American rapper Gunna from his fifth studio album of the same name (2024). It was produced by Que, Byrd and Kenny Stuntin.

Contents

Content

Lyrically, the song centers around Gunna's determination to succeed in the face of adversity. [1] In the chorus, he references the backlash against him and the people who want him to fail. [2] Elsewhere, he also boasts his fashion, particularly about wearing the most stylish outfit at the Met Gala. [3] [4]

Critical reception

Robin Murray of Clash remarked that the song "hits hard, with Gunna refusing to pull his punches. As a demonstration of rap finesse, it works as a superb portrait of his technical skills." [5]

Charts

Chart performance for "One of Wun"
Chart (2024)Peak
position
Australia (ARIA) [6] 68
Australia Hip Hop/R&B (ARIA) [7] 10
Canada (Canadian Hot 100) [8] 34
Global 200 ( Billboard ) [9] 51
Ireland (IRMA) [10] 52
Lithuania (AGATA) [11] 92
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ) [12] 9
South Africa (TOSAC) [13] 14
Switzerland (Schweizer Hitparade) [14] 62
UK Singles (OCC) [15] 30
UK Hip Hop/R&B (OCC) [16] 3
US Billboard Hot 100 [17] 26
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs ( Billboard ) [18] 9
US Rhythmic ( Billboard ) [19] 25

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