Memphis rapper Glorilla made his MTV VMAs debut tonight, taking the stage at Long Island’s UBS Arena to sing “Yeah Glo!” for the performance of the song. from his new album Ehhhthang Ehhhthang and the latest single “TGIF”. Gloriala plopped down on a long wooden desk flanked by dancers, flying dollar bills and erupting flames. Watch it happen below.
Glorilla is nominated in three categories at this year’s VMAs. “Yes, Glo!” won Best Hip-Hop, while “Wanna Be,” his collaboration with Megan T. Stallion, won Best Collaboration. The rapper also received an MTV Push Performance of the Year nomination for his performance of “Lick or Sum” in September 2023.
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