Big Scarr was a star pupil on Gucci Mane's 1017 imprint. In the past few years of Gucci restructuring his label, he found plenty of talent across the south. Big Scarr, for example, was on pace to become the next star to emerge from the roster. Unfortunately, the rapper passed away just before Christmas. Fans across the world mourned his loss, especially as a young, underground figure with the potential to do major things and emerge as Gucci Mane’s next protegé.
Scarr’s death, unfortunately, led to a plethora of criticism online. People like Joe Budden expressed concern surrounding those who sign to 1017 due to the number of artists who’ve died or gone to prison. Then, there was a significant amount of drama from Big Scarr’s family, who accused Gucci Mane of stiffing them on funds for the funeral. Scarr’s sister said Gucci didn’t do enough when he offered $10K for the funeral and provided flowers. However, Scarr’s father expressed gratitude for Gucci’s efforts to provide his son with an opportunity.
Big Scarr’s The Secret Weapon Drops This Friday
Ahead of his death, Scarr was working on his new album. This morning, Gucci Mane confirmed that it would drop later this month. Wop hit the ‘Gram to announce that The Secret Weapon is dropping on Friday, Feb. 17th, though he expressed regret that Scarr isn’t here to celebrate the milestone. “My secret weapon Big Scarr album drops this Friday! I hate that he’s not here to celebrate this great body of work that he worked so hard on! #TheSecretWeapon album drops this Friday 2/17 midnight on all platforms,” he wrote on Instagram.
Additionally, Gucci Mane shared the tracklist for the upcoming project, The Secret Weapon. The posthumous album from the Memphis rapper boasts 17 songs in total with several collabs. Gucci Mane, of course, appears on the tracklist, as well as Scarr’s cousin, Pooh Shiesty, who is currently incarcerated. Additionally, Key Glock, Enchanting, and Seddy Hendrinx contributed to Scarr’s forthcoming project, The Secret Weapon. It’s undoubtedly a bittersweet moment for fans but we’re excited to hear what he has in store. Check Gucci Mane’s Instagram announcement above.