Gloria Hallelujah Woods (born July 28, 1999) was born in Memphis, Tennessee, United States. She is an American rapper. She is professionally known as GloRilla. She has quickly risen to prominence in the music industry, captivating audiences with her unique style and captivating performances. GloRilla gained widespread recognition with the release of her hit single in 2022, "F.N.F. (Let's Go)," a collaboration with producer Hitkidd. The song's infectious beats and clever lyrics propelled it to great success and even earned a nomination for Best Rap Performance at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards.
Following the massive success of "F.N.F. (Let's Go)," GloRilla's popularity soared to new heights. Her subsequent single, "Tomorrow 2," featuring the renowned Cardi B, climbed its way into the top ten of the coveted Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying her position as a rising star. Prior to these milestones, GloRilla had already showcased her talent through her mixtape album, Most Likely Up Next, released in 2019, and her EP, P Status, which followed in 2020.
Throughout her journey, GloRilla has continuously expanded her repertoire and collaborated with other notable artists. In June 2022, she joined forces with Duke Deuce to release the single "Just Say That." Later that month, she inked a deal with Collective Music Group, Yo Gotti's record label, further propelling her career forward. GloRilla's inclusion on the compilation album Gangsta Art solidified her presence within the rap community.
Building on her success, GloRilla released her EP Anyways, Life's Great... in November 2022, showcasing her growth and versatility as an artist. She was also featured alongside rapper Gangsta Boo on Latto's single "FTCU" ("fμcκ the Club Up") in December 2022, delivering a memorable collaboration. The momentum continued into 2023, as GloRilla teamed up with labelmate Moneybagg Yo on the single "On Wat U On" in January, further cementing her position as an artist to watch.
However, tragedy struck in February 2023 when a stampede occurred at a concert held at the Main Street Armory in Rochester, New York. The incident resulted in three fatalities and injuries to seven individuals. Panic ensued among attendees as rumors of gunshots spread, leading to a chaotic and devastating situation as people hurriedly exited the venue.
Despite this unfortunate incident, GloRilla's talent and resilience remain unshaken. With her captivating presence and ever-evolving musical prowess, she continues to make waves in the rap scene, leaving a lasting impact on the industry and her dedicated fanbase. As she moves forward, the world eagerly awaits GloRilla's future releases and contributions to the world of hip hop.
