If life could intimate art, the cover of Gucci Mane's forthcoming Dec. 8 album 'The State vs. Radrick Davis' would prove to be an irony of sorts. According to 'MTV News,' the 'So Icy' rapper was arrested and sentenced to a year in prison today for a probation violation. The startling news comes as shock to many given Gucci's unyielding presence in today's hip hop scene. The Atlanta native, who was named one of MTV's hottest MCs, has been featured on chart-topping singles from likes of Mario, Omarion, Mariah Carey, and is also expected to appear on Timbaland's forthcoming album 'Shock Value 2' -- not to mention the rapper's most recent collaboration with R&B superstar, Usher for his lead single 'Spotlight.'

Despite Gucci (legally known as Radrick Davis) serving six months in prison last year for failing to meet a previous court-ordered 600 hours of community service, he may also serve the same length of time for his current violation.

Upon his release last March, he spoke with 'MTV News' about his 2008 incarceration. "It was a challenge for me," he said. "I'm just happy my team kept my music going strong for me. And I'm happy I recorded so many records so people could hear me."