Gloss Up Explained

Gloss Up
Birth Name:Jerrica Russell
Birth Date:16 July 1997
Birth Place:Memphis, Tennessee, U.S
Years Active:2017–present
Label:Quality Control

Jerrica Russell (born July 16, 1997), known professionally as Gloss Up, is an American rapper and singer from Memphis, Tennessee.[1]

Early life

Jerrica Russell was born on July 16, 1997 in Memphis, Tennessee.[2] Her parents, a DJ father and singer mother, exposed her to music from a young age.[3] She has three siblings. Russell began writing her own songs and raps at the age of seven. She attended Whitehaven High School, where she was involved in cheerleading and drama.[4]

Career

Gloss Up began her music career in her teenage years, performing at local talent shows and open mic events in Memphis.[5] She developed a style that combined elements of hip-hop and southern rap.[6] During this period, she released several mixtapes and singles, gaining a local following and recognition in the underground music scene.[7]

Gloss Up's breakthrough came in 2019 with the release of her debut single "Run Me Up", which gained widespread attention and critical acclaim from music critics.[8] On May 24, 2019, she released her debut extended play, Different Shades of Gloss. Gloss Up signed a recording contract with Quality Control Music in 2022.[9] [10] She was featured on Hitkidd's single "Shabooya", released on September 30, 2022, alongside Slimroni, Alexa, and K Carbon.[11] Her single "Bestfrenn", featuring GloRilla, was released on January 18, 2023, accompanied by a music video.[12] [13] Gloss Up's debut mixtape, Before the Gloss Up, was released on January 20, 2023, and features collaborations with GloRilla, Icewear Vezzo, and others.[14] A remix of "Shabooya" was released on March 17, 2023, featuring Lola Brooke. She was featured on Flo Milli's song "Bed Time" alongside Monaleo on March 23, 2023. Gloss Up released several singles in 2023, including "La La", "Check", "Rich Baby Mama", and "Don't Like" featuring Bigg Bagg Queezy.[15] [16]

On August 11, 2023, she released the project Shades of Gloss, featuring guest appearances by Sexyy Red and Saucy Santana.[17] Her single "N.A.L.B" featuring Chrisean Rock was released in December 2023.[18] In 2024, she released the single "Ride Home" featuring Jacquees, accompanied by a music video.[19] Her album Not Ya Girl: Act 1 was released on May 3, 2024.[20]

Discography

Albums

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Before the Gloss Up
  • Released: January 20, 2023[21]
  • Label: Quality Control Music
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
Not Ya Girl: Act 1

Notes and References

  1. https://youtube/55c-H7gT9B8?si=MVNJLb-FIPQBRyGo Gloss Up Talks Rising Music Career At 2023 BET Awards
  2. Web site: Gloss Up Biography. Rich. Wilson. AllMusic. January 23, 2024. en-GB. April 16, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230416152702/https://www.allmusic.com/artist/gloss-up-mn0004283843. live .
  3. Web site: Get Familiar with Memphis Rising Star Gloss Up. October 19, 2023. BET. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  4. Web site: Gloss Up Biography. BET. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  5. Web site: First Look Friday: Gloss Up Is Putting On For The Lineage of Memphis Rap. Robyn. Mowatt. February 3, 2023. Okayplayer. January 23, 2023. en-GB .
  6. News: Gloss Up Details The Female Rap Scene In Memphis & “Don’t Play With Me” For “On The Come Up”. Joshua. Robinson. January 4, 2023. HotNewHipHop. January 23, 2024. en-GB. February 9, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230209065545/https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/615526-gloss-up-details-the-female-rap-scene-in-memphis-dont-play-with-me-for-on-the-come-up. live .
  7. Web site: The Succes Story of Gloss Up. January 23, 2024. Pianity.
  8. The Break Presents - Gloss Up. Kemet. High. June 2, 2023. XXL. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  9. Memphis rapper Gloss Up signs to Quality Control Music. Kaela. Carter. July 21, 2022. Remixd Magazine. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  10. Web site: Gloss Up Joins Quality Control Music. Brad. Callas. July 18, 2022. Complex Networks. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  11. Web site: Haile . Heven . Hikidd releases "Shabooya" [ft. Gloss Up, Slimeroni and Aleza] ]. . 16 June 2024 . October 6, 2022.
  12. Web site: GloRilla joins Gloss Up for new "BestFrenn" single. Regina. Cho. January 18, 2023. Revolt. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  13. Web site: GloRilla And Gloss Up 'BestFrenn' Video: Tag Team Champs. Aaron. Williams. January 18, 2023. Uproxx. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  14. Web site: Gloss Up Releases "Before The Gloss Up". Aaron. A.. January 20, 2023. HotNewHipHop. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  15. Web site: Gloss Up - Memphis Female Rapper. 2024-01-23 . The Proof Podcast . en-US.
  16. Web site: GLOSS UP - RICH BABY MAMA. (anonymous). June 26, 2023 . June 16, 2024 . . en-US.
  17. Web site: 8 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Noname, Bonnie “Prince” Billy, and More. Evan. Minsker. Hattie. Lindert. August 11, 2023. Pitchfork. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  18. Web site: Chrisean Rock Disses Blueface On Gloss Up's "N.A.L.B." Single: Stream. Hayley. Hynes. December 15, 2023. HotNewHipHop. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  19. Web site: Gloss Up shares official video for ‘Ride Home’ featuring Jacquees. Richardine. Bartee. April 20, 2024. Grunge Cake. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  20. Web site: Gloss Up Channels Self-Confidence Through 'Not Your Girl: Act l'. Kenyatta. Victoria. May 16, 2024. Essence. June 16, 2024. en-GB .
  21. Web site: Gloss Up Shares Quality Control Debut 'Before the Gloss Up' . Taramhdvn. January 20, 2023. June 16, 2024. Complex Networks. en-GB .
  22. Web site: Not Ya Girl: Act 1. Simo. Haier. May 7, 2024. June 16, 2024. en-GB .

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