GloRilla: The Rising Star of Southern Hip-Hop
Gloria Hallelujah Woods, better known by her stage name GloRilla, is a name that has been making waves in the hip-hop scene. Born on July 28, 1999, in Memphis, Tennessee, GloRilla has quickly risen to fame with her catchy singles and energetic performances.
Early Life and Family
GloRilla was homeschooled until the fifth grade and later attended Martin Luther King Jr. College Preparatory High School. She is the eighth of ten children and has a close relationship with her father, Edwin C. Woods. Growing up, she was part of her church choir, which helped shape her musical talents.
Career Beginnings
GloRilla started rapping at the age of 16 after initially aspiring to be a singer but losing her voice. Her career took off in 2019 with the release of her mixtape “Most Likely Up Next”. She continued to build her reputation with the release of her EP “P Status” in 2020.
Breakthrough and Success
GloRilla’s breakthrough came in 2022 with the release of her single “F.N.F. (Let’s Go)” featuring Hitkidd. The song went viral on TikTok, leading to a #FNFChallenge and propelling her into the spotlight. The success of “F.N.F.” earned her a nomination for Best Rap Performance at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards and a record deal with Yo Gotti’s Collective Music Group.
Her follow-up single, “Tomorrow”, featuring Cardi B, became her first top-ten hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and received double platinum certification. She continued her success with the release of her debut EP “Anyways, Life’s Great” in November 2022, which entered the Billboard 200 at number 11.
Recent Achievements
In 2024, GloRilla released several more hits, including “Yeah Glo!” and “Wanna Be” featuring Megan Thee Stallion, both of which peaked within the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100. Her debut commercial mixtape, “Ehhthang Ehhthang”, peaked at number 18 on the Billboard 200, and her debut studio album, “Glorious”, reached number five.
Personal Life
GloRilla is known for her bold personality and has built a strong fan base on social media platforms like Instagram, where she has over 4.7 million followers. She is the eighth of ten children and has a close relationship with her father, Edwin C. Woods.
Stats & Facts
- Full Name: Gloria Hallelujah Woods
- Age: 25 years old (as of 2024)
- Height: 5’5″ (168 cm)
- Weight: 52 kg (115 lbs)
- Net Worth: $2 million
- Genres: Southern hip hop, crunk trap
- Years Active: 2019–present
- Labels: Collective Music Group, Interscope
- Notable Collaborations: Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Hitkidd, Latto, JT, Saweetie
GloRilla biography:
Full Name: Gloria Hallelujah Woods
Born: July 28, 1999, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.
Genres: Southern hip hop, crunk, trap
Occupations: Rapper, songwriter
Instagram: @morganwallen
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