GloRilla's debut album 'Glorious' comes out this week. Here's what to know about Memphis native's career
GloRilla is releasing her debut album this week.
The rapper, born Gloria Woods, has risen to fame over the past few years through collaborations and her music. She recently went on tour supporting rapper Megan Thee Stallion.
Here is what to know about the rapper ahead of her debut album.
Where is GloRilla from?
GloRilla is a native of Memphis. She grew up in the city and attended Martin Luther King Jr. College Preparatory High School. In 2022, she returned to her alma mater to donate $25,000.
What are some of GloRilla's songs?
GloRilla first came into the mainstream with her song "F.N.F. (Let's Go)" in 2022 when her song reached No. 42 on the Billboard Hot 100. Later that year, she released "Tomorrow" with Cardi B, which reached No. 9 on the Hot 100.
In 2024, she had three songs in the top 50 on the Hot 100 chart. Her song "Yeah Glo" peaked at No. 28, "Wanna Be" with Megan Thee Stallion peaked at No.11, and "TGIF" peaked at No. 28.
When does GloRilla's album come out?
GloRilla will release her debut album, "Glorious," on Friday, Oct. 11. It will include 13 new songs and the two pre-released songs "Hollon" and "TGIF."
The album will take a new spin by including R&B and gospel collaborators along with her usual rap and hip-hop sound.
Who is featured on GloRilla's album?
There are 11 featured artists on GloRilla's debut album. Artists include notable names such as T-Pain, Megan Thee Stallion and Sexyy Red. Other artists include Muni Long, Kirk Franklin, Chandler Moore, Kierra Sheard, Maverick City Music, BossMan Dlow and Fridayy.
What is the track list for GloRilla's album?
"Intro"
"Hollon"
"Procedure" featuring Latto
"TGIF"
"Whatchu Kno About Me" featuring Sexyy Red
"Stop Playing"
"Don't Deserve" featuring Muni Long
"Rain Down on Me" featuring Kirk Franklin, Chandler Moore, Kierra Sheard, and Maverick City Music
“Glo’s Prayer”
“How I Look” featuring Megan Thee Stallion
“I Ain’t Going”
“Step” featuring BossMan Dlow
“Let Her Cook”
“I Luv Her” featuring T-Pain
“Queen of Memphis” featuring Fridayy
This article originally appeared on Memphis Commercial Appeal: Where is GloRilla from? Memphis native's debut album comes out Friday