Gloria Hallelujah Woods, known to the world as GloRilla, is a 27-year-old rapper from Memphis, Tennessee, who exploded from the "F.N.F." viral wave of 2022 into a Grammy-nominated star — and one of the most exciting new voices in modern hip-hop.
GloRilla Quick Facts
Full Name: Gloria Hallelujah Woods
Born: July 28, 1999
Age: 27
Birthplace: Frayser, Memphis, Tennessee
Genres: Hip hop, trap
Record Labels: CMG Records, Interscope Records
Breakthrough Song: F.N.F. (Let's Go)
Debut Album: Glorious (October 2024)
Early Life
GloRilla was born on July 28, 1999, in Frayser, Memphis, Tennessee, and grew up as one of ten children in a strict Christian household. She started out singing in her church choir, but after losing her singing voice at 16, she switched to rapping — and never looked back. Before her breakout, she built a local buzz with the independent mixtapes Most Likely Up Next (2019), P Status (2020) and Piffyland (2021).
Career Breakthrough
Her breakthrough came in April 2022, when "F.N.F. (Let's Go)" — her collaboration with producer Hitkidd — went viral on TikTok, spawning the #FNFChallenge and becoming an anthem for single women everywhere. Three months later, Yo Gotti signed her to CMG Records in July 2022, reportedly with a $500,000 advance, according to reports. She followed up with "Tomorrow 2" alongside Cardi B — see our Cardi B biography for more on the "Bodak Yellow" star — her debut EP Anyways, Life's Great... (November 2022), and her debut studio album Glorious (October 2024). GloRilla's rise made her one of the faces of a Southern rap renaissance that also includes hitmakers like Gunna — read our Gunna biography for his full story.
Awards & 2026
GloRilla's trophy shelf filled up fast. She won Best New Hip-Hop Artist at the 2022 BET Hip Hop Awards, earned Grammy nominations including Best Rap Performance for "F.N.F." at the 2023 Grammy Awards, joined the XXL Freshman Class of 2023, and landed on the Forbes 30 Under 30 music list for 2023. Her climb from viral sensation to arena-stage star puts her in the company of modern hitmakers like Chris Brown — see our Chris Brown biography for his full story. In 2026, she stayed hot with new features, including BigXthaPlug's "FAF" (from his album Better Over Time, released October 30, 2026) and Kirk Franklin's "This Time" — check out our FAF lyrics by BigXthaPlug ft. GloRilla post for the full track. Off the mic, she has been linked — according to reports — with NBA player Brandon Ingram, though the relationship has never been confirmed.
On 26 October she announced the new single "Jiggly Bow Bow" with Sexyy Red, out 6 November via Yo Gotti's CMG label and Interscope, with cover art unveiled. On 27 October she renewed her pledge to make a Pittsburgh Steelers anthem ahead of her 2 November Pittsburgh headline show.
Watch the Official Video
Watch the official "FAF" visualizer from BigXthaPlug's channel below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GloRilla's real name and age?
GloRilla's real name is Gloria Hallelujah Woods. Born on July 28, 1999, she is 27 years old.
How did GloRilla become famous?
She blew up in April 2022 when "F.N.F. (Let's Go)," her collaboration with producer Hitkidd, went viral on TikTok with the #FNFChallenge.
What are GloRilla's biggest songs?
Her biggest songs include "F.N.F. (Let's Go)," "Tomorrow 2" with Cardi B, "Blessed," "Yeah Glo!" and her 2026 feature "FAF" with BigXthaPlug.
Is GloRilla signed to a record label?
Yes — she signed with Yo Gotti's CMG Records in July 2022 and later partnered with Interscope Records.
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