Books Written by Lil Wayne
Books Written by Rapper Lil Wayne
Lil Wayne aka Weezy, Tunechi, & Wizzle (amongst a list of many other nicknames), is widely celebrated as one of the greatest rappers alive, with a well known career spanning decades, multiple Grammy wins, and countless hit records. Beyond his music, Wayne has also dabbled in literature. His writings reveal the raw, unfiltered side of his life providing fans with a deeper look into his world outside of the studio and stage. How many books has Lil Wayne written? 1. (so far at the time of this post). Here’s a look at the books written by Lil Wayne:
1. Gone ’Til November: A Journal of Rikers Island (2016)
Publisher: Plume Books
Release Date: October 11, 2016
Page Length: 176 pages
ISBN: 9780735212114
Lil Wayne’s only and most recognized book is Gone ’Til November: A Journal of Rikers Island, released in 2016. This memoir is based on the diary he kept while serving an eight-month sentence at Rikers Island in 2010 on a gun possession charge.
Unlike the flashy persona Lil Wayne often projects, Gone ’Til November is vulnerable and stripped down. Fans and readers get a glimpse of the man behind the music, his fears, regrets, and hopes. It’s a rare, personal book that shows how one of hip-hop’s biggest stars navigated one of the lowest points in his life.
What’s Inside Lil Wayne’s Gone ’Til November book?
• Lil Wayne’s personal entries documenting his daily life behind bars
• Honest reflections on loneliness, struggles, and coping with isolation
• His thoughts on family, fans, and the music industry during incarceration
• Insights into the prison system from his unique perspective
Lil Wayne has only officially published his own memoir, but Weezy has inspired numerous books written by journalists, critics, and scholars.
Some notable titles about Lil Wayne include:
• The Carter Effect: The Unauthorized Biography of Lil Wayne by Randall Sullivan
• Lil Wayne: An Unauthorized Biography by Jake Brown
• Lil Wayne: Takin’ the Rap by Morwenna Ferrier
These books are not officially written by Lil Wayne himself, but they underline how impactful he’s been on music, fashion, and popular culture.
Lil Wayne doesn’t have an extensive bibliography, but Gone ’Til November stands as a powerful and intimate addition to Rap/Hip-Hop literature by a legendary rapper. The book shows that Wayne isn’t just a master of wordplay on beats, he’s also capable of telling raw stories on pages. For fans of Weezy, or anyone interested in Rap/Hip-Hop memoirs, Gone ’Til November is a must-read. As Lil Wayne’s career continues to evolve, we are hoping for more books from him in the future.
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