In the vibrant world of southern rap, there’s a new force to be reckoned with – Gloss Up. This Memphis-born rapper, whose real name is Jerrica Russell, is making waves in the industry with her raw talent and distinctive style.
Her journey from crafting verses at a young age to signing with the renowned Quality Control label in 2022 is nothing short of remarkable.
She is popularly known for songs such as “Bad Times,” “Shabooya,” “Thicc,” “Rich Baby Mama” and many more.
The song “Shabooya” is one of Russell’s most streamed songs. On Spotify alone, it has gotten 20 million streams.
Her music videos with the highest views are “Eeny Meeny Miny Moe” ft Slimeroni, Aleza, & K Carbon as well as the song “BestFrenn” with best friend and fellow artist Glorilla.
Profile Summary
| Real Name | Jerrica Russell |
| Age | 26 years old |
| Birth Date | July 16, 1997 |
| Birth Place | Memphis, TN |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Rapper |
| Parents | N/A |
| Relationship Status | Unknown |
| Children | Two boys (Jayce & Jersey) |
| Height | N/A |
| Weight | N/A |
| Net Worth | $1 Million |
| Record Label | Quality Control Music |
| Social links | Instagram |
Early Beginnings
Gloss Up’s story begins with a young artist finding her voice. She was born on July 16, 1997 in Memphis, Tennessee, USA. As of 2023, the mother of two children (Jayce and Jersey) is 26 years old.
She started writing verses at an early age, a talent that would later catapult her into the spotlight. In her early days, she recorded music on her phone, a humble beginning that laid the foundation for her future success.
It wasn’t long before she stepped into a professional studio, a bold move made at the tender age of 17.
Music Career
The digital age has a way of catapulting talent to stardom, and Gloss Up is no exception.
She came to the internet’s attention, capturing the gaze of both notable artists and record labels. Quality Control, the renowned Atlanta-based label, recognized her potential and took an interest in her journey.
Gloss Up’s journey to stardom was further fueled by her collaborations, particularly with her best friend and regular collaborator, GoRilla. “ENF,” a track released alongside HitKidd, marked a turning point.
HitKidd would later produce her standout single “DPWM,” which quickly gained popularity with over 150,000 YouTube views in less than a month. Fellow female rapper Cardi B even reposted it.
Gloss Up’s unique style and vibrant personality impressed Quality Control’s Pierre “P” Thomas, leading to her signing with the label’s superstar roster in 2022.
Her verse on Lakeyah’s breakout single “Real Bitch” only reaffirmed her rising status, with QC fans clamoring for more of her music.
Since joining Quality Control, Gloss Up’s career has been on an upward trajectory. Her streaming numbers, YouTube views, and social media following have all continued to rise.
She aspires to showcase versatility in the rap game and has already performed in front of sizable audiences, including a crowd of 15,000 at Yo Gotti’s annual birthday bash in Memphis.
Future Aspirations
Gloss Up’s determination and willingness to go the extra mile for her loved ones shine through in her music. She aims to empower “everyday girls” by showing them that they can be themselves, unapologetically.
Her journey has already led her to the stage of the Rolling Loud Festival in LA and to the release of her full-length mixtape “Before the Gloss Up” on January 20, 2023.
Net Worth
As of 2023, the 26-year-old rapper and mother of two children has an estimated net worth of $1 Million.
