Memphis Rapper GloRilla Shines on SNL Stage
GloRilla’s Stellar SNL Debut
Memphis rapper GloRilla made a memorable debut as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live, wowing audiences with a performance of her hit track, “Yeah Glo!” along with a medley of songs from her debut studio album, Glorious.
Grammy-Nominated Track
“Yeah Glo!,” taken from GloRilla’s April 2024 mixtape Ehhthang Ehhthang, has been nominated for Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance at the Grammy Awards. The track also received nominations at prestigious events such as the MTV Video Music Awards, BET Awards, and BET Hip Hop Awards. Notably, the song climbed the charts and even caught the attention of NBA star LeBron James, who was seen singing along to the catchy tune.
Surprise Success
GloRilla herself expressed her surprise at the overwhelming success of the track.
“I was shocked,” GloRilla revealed in an interview with the Associated Press. “I knew it was a good song, but the response it received exceeded my expectations. It’s amazing how well it has been received by fans.”
Following the release of “Yeah Glo!,” GloRilla garnered praise from none other than music icon Beyoncé, adding to her growing appeal.
Exciting Performances and Future Plans
During her SNL appearance, GloRilla also performed “Whatchu Kno About Me,” a collaboration with rapper Sexyy Red, alongside “Let Her Cook.”
As the most nominated artist at the upcoming NAACP Image Awards, GloRilla previously opened for Megan Thee Stallion during the U.S. leg of her Hot Girl Summer tour. Her song “TGIF,” featured on Glorious, was a standout hit during that time.
Upcoming shows for GloRilla include a performance in Detroit this Sunday, followed by dates in California and Arizona next month, and a stop in Texas in March. Fans can also catch her at Bonnaroo in Manchester, Tennessee, this June.
FAQs
Q: What other awards has GloRilla been nominated for?
A: Apart from the Grammy nominations, GloRilla has also received accolades at events such as the MTV Video Music Awards, BET Awards, and BET Hip Hop Awards.
Q: Who has praised GloRilla’s music?
A: Beyoncé is among the notable figures who have commended GloRilla’s music, further boosting her popularity in the industry.
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