Pooh Shiesty's Attorney Claims Rapper Was Printing Lyrics, Not Gucci Mane Contract

Lawyer says the government's claims about a contract release form are unfounded.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 12:08am

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An abstract close-up image of a textured black leather surface, conveying the high-stakes legal drama surrounding Pooh Shiesty's case.The legal fallout from Pooh Shiesty's alleged robbery and kidnapping of Gucci Mane has put the rapper's future in jeopardy.Dallas Today

Pooh Shiesty's attorney, Bradford Cohen, has disputed prosecutors' allegations that the rapper and his father went to a Staples store to print out a contract release form for Gucci Mane. Cohen claims they were more likely printing lyrics for a recording session, which is a common practice for artists.

Why it matters

This case has major legal implications for Pooh Shiesty, who is facing life in prison if found guilty of robbing and kidnapping Gucci Mane. The defense is working to poke holes in the government's case and hold them to a high burden of proof.

The details

During an interview, Cohen said it doesn't matter what the government claims they did at Staples, as his clients were likely just printing lyrics. He stated that artists often print out parts for collaborators when working on a song together. The government alleges Pooh Shiesty pointed a gun at Gucci Mane and demanded he sign a contract release form during a business meeting, but Cohen is working to discredit this claim.

  • On April 13, 2026, Pooh's attorney Bradford Cohen spoke with Law and Crime's Sidebar with Jesse Weber.
  • In January 2026, Pooh Shiesty, his father, Big30 and six other men were charged with robbing and kidnapping Gucci Mane at a Dallas recording studio.

The players

Pooh Shiesty

A Memphis rapper who is facing serious federal charges related to an alleged robbery and kidnapping of Gucci Mane.

Bradford Cohen

The lead attorney representing Pooh Shiesty in his legal case.

Gucci Mane

A veteran rapper who was allegedly robbed and kidnapped by Pooh Shiesty and others at a Dallas recording studio.

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What they’re saying

“I don't even care if they're at Staples. They are going to a recording studio. Normally, my clients usually print off the lyrics for different individuals. If you have five individuals that are going to be on one record, and they each have a section or a part, they'll usually print those things off.”

— Bradford Cohen, Pooh Shiesty's Attorney

“We have to create the defense and create a way to make sure that [the government] is held to their burden. So, it doesn't matter what they say. It matters what they have.”

— Bradford Cohen, Pooh Shiesty's Attorney

What’s next

Pooh Shiesty was denied bond last week and remains in federal custody as his legal team continues to build his defense against the serious charges he is facing.

The takeaway

This case highlights the challenges rappers can face when dealing with the legal system, as well as the importance of strong legal representation in fighting against aggressive prosecution. Pooh Shiesty's attorney is working to poke holes in the government's case and hold them to a high standard of proof.