Gunna turned a recent workout session into a motivational speech, using the gym floor as a platform for reflection and inspiration. Surrounded by a small group, the Atlanta rapper spoke candidly about perseverance, discipline, and faith, offering a glimpse into the mindset that drives him.

“I feel like everyone got to take that next step,” Gunna told the room, urging his listeners to embrace the grind. 

For him, progress has little to do with fame or wealth. Instead, it’s about the courage to keep pushing when things get uncomfortable. “It ain’t me, something God,” he added, crediting spirituality as the force guiding his journey.

Gunna stressed that simply showing up is a victory in itself. He pointed out that commitment begins with small actions—like driving to the gym or choosing to walk inside. 

“We didn’t make them come here, but you pushed yourself to come. So catch yourself on the back,” he said, reminding the group to take pride in their discipline.

Gunna Gym Speech

The “Wunna” rapper also shared his appreciation for those who came to join him, calling their presence a foundation for something bigger than a workout. “Just showing up, like y’all day one for this,” he said. 

For Gunna, their support means more than attendance—it’s a statement that people believe in his growth beyond music. He linked fitness to emotional struggles, describing the gym as an outlet for frustration and pain. 

“We be fighting sh*t. Everything ain’t easy, but instead of you going out there trying to get it out, you might well just come here,” he explained. 

Exercise, he said, is a healthier release than destructive choices, producing results that last. By choosing workouts over bad habits, he models the discipline he wants others to follow.

“This is me living in it,” Gunna continued, stressing that his words come from experience, not theory. 

Closing out the speech, Gunna circled back to gratitude and faith. “Thank God for coming and pushing me to keep going, too, because y’all right day one. 100%.” For him, the gym is more than a place to train—it’s a community built on resilience, accountability, and belief.

Gunna’s “Wunna Run 5k” in New York City takes place on September 3.