"Him All Along" is a single by American rapper Gunna, released on October 18, 2024. It was produced by Turbo and Yung Bleu.
Composition
The song has a mid-tempo and relaxed beat.[1] Lyrically, Gunna boasts his wealthy lifestyle, including his imported foreign car and clothes,[1][2] and his overall success, such as reaching his goals, supporting his team,[1][3] and selling out shows at both Barclays Center and Madison Square Garden.[1]
Critical reception
Elaina Bernstein of Hypebeast remarked the song proves Gunna and Turbo "to be one of the most locked in rapper-production duos in the current hip-hop space."[2] Shawn Grant of The Source wrote the song "highlights Gunna's evolving signature style, with introspective verses that lead into a powerful, emotionally charged refrain. Blending uplifting energy with stark reflection, the single showcases Gunna at his most thoughtful and poignant."[4]
Music video
An official music video premiered on November 12, 2024. Directed by Spike Jordan, it sees Gunna on vacation with Turbo in Spain,[5] where they play golf and cruise in a golf cart.[5][6] He also goes horseback riding at a racetrack in a barn,[6][7][8] drives in his Porsche,[8] and later stops by the Atlanta restaurant American Deli.[6] The rest of the clip features scenes of his Family Fall Fest event and Gunna's Great Giveaway, where he donates to the Atlanta community,[5][6][8] additionally showing carnival games and an inflatable slide.[7] At the end of the video, Gunna boards a private jet at the Van Nuys Airport and a snippet of his song "Got Damn" is previewed.[6]
Charts
| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[9] | 94 |
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[10] | 16 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[11] | 58 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[12] | 15 |
References
- ^ a b c d Morton, Devin (October 18, 2024). "Gunna Continues His Run With New Single "Him All Along"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
- ^ a b Bernstein, Elaina (October 18, 2024). "Gunna Reminds Us It's Been "HIM ALL ALONG"". Hypebeast. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
- ^ Powell, Jon (October 18, 2024). "Check out Gunna's new single "HIM ALL ALONG"". Revolt. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
- ^ Grant, Shawn (October 18, 2024). "Gunna Drops New Single "Him All Along"". The Source. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
- ^ a b c Saponara, Michael (November 12, 2024). "Gunna Heads to Spain to Golf With Turbo & Teases New Song in 'Him All Along' Video". Billboard. Retrieved 3 February 2025.
- ^ a b c d e Bernstein, Elaina (November 13, 2024). "Gunna Shares New Snippet in "HIM ALL ALONG" Music Video". Hypebeast. Retrieved 3 February 2025.
- ^ a b Williams, Aaron (November 12, 2025). "Gunna Gives Back And Hits The Links In His Growth-Focused 'Him All Along' Video". Uproxx. Retrieved 3 February 2025.
- ^ a b c Grant, Shawn (November 13, 2024). "Gunna Drops New Music Video for "Him All Along"". The Source. Retrieved 3 February 2025.
- ^ "Gunna Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved October 31, 2024.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. October 31, 2024. Retrieved October 31, 2024.
- ^ "Gunna Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved October 31, 2024.
- ^ "Gunna Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved October 31, 2024.
