Who is the Memphis rap star in the episode of Dave Chappelle

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One of Memphis’ newest music stars will make his “Saturday Night Live” debut this weekend.

The sketch comedy show celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, and GloRilla will appear as the musical guest on the Jan. 18 episode hosted by comedian Dave Chappelle.

This performance will see GloRilla join six other Memphis music stars who have appeared on “SNL” over the years.

Here’s what you need to know about the artist.

Where is GloRilla from?

GloRilla is a Memphis native. She grew up in the city and attended Westside Middle School, as well as Martin Luther King Jr. College Preparatory High School before eventually graduating from Melrose High.

In 2022, she returned to her alma mater Martin Luther King Jr. College Preparatory High School to donate $25,000, and in December 2024 she returned to Melrose High School to do the same there.

What are some of GloRilla’s songs?

GloRilla first entered the mainstream with her song “FNF (Let’s Go)” in 2022, when her song reached no. 42 on Billboard Hot 100. Later that year, she released “Tomorrow” featuring Cardi B, which reached No. 9 on the Hot 100.

Her highest Hot 100 charting song over the years is “Tomorrow”, which peaked at No. 9, “Wanna Be” featuring Megan Thee Stallion, which peaked at no. 11, “Whatchu Kno About Me” featuring Sexyy Red, which peaked at no. 17, and “TGIF” which peaked at no. 22.

GloRilla’s success in 2024

GloRilla released her debut album, “Lovely,” in October and saw great success with it. The record hit No. 5 on the Billboard album charts and reached No. 2 on the R&B/Hip-Hop charts.

In 2024, she had five songs charting on the Billboard Hot 100. Her charting songs were “Wanna Be” featuring Megan Thee Stallion at no. 11 and “Whatchu Kno About Me” featuring Sexyy Red at no. 17, “TGIF” on no. 22, “Yes Glo!” on no. 28, and “Hollon” on no. 48.

GloRilla is nominated for two Grammy Awards at the upcoming 67th annual ceremony. Her nominations include Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance for her song “Yeah Glo!” which is certified twice platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.