GloRilla to Kick Off 2025 ‘Saturday Night Live’ with Dave Chappelle

GloRilla is set to make a major appearance on Saturday Night Live as the first musical guest of 2025, joining forces with Dave Chappelle as the host. The exciting announcement was made on January 10, 2025, and marks a significant milestone in the rapper’s career. This performance will take place on January 18, kicking off the first two shows of the year for SNL. The following week, on January 25, Timothée Chalamet will serve as both the host and musical guest for another highly anticipated show.

GloRilla’s Big Break

GloRilla’s appearance on SNL is a testament to her rising star power in the rap industry. The Memphis rapper has had an incredible year, earning recognition as the top female rapper of 2024 according to Billboard’s year-end list. Not only did she secure the #1 spot on the list, but her success came despite facing challenges in 2023, when some of her singles, like the Fivio Foreign-assisted “Cha Cha”, did not perform as well as her breakout hits like “F.N.F. (Let’s Go)” and “Tomorrow 2”.

However, GloRilla made a triumphant comeback in 2024, reclaiming her place at the top of the rap game. Her hit single “Yeah Glo!” rocketed into the top 30 of the Billboard Hot 100, signaling her return to form. The track demonstrated GloRilla’s resilience and ability to bounce back from setbacks. This was only the beginning, as she went on to release the successful “Wanna Be” featuring Megan Thee Stallion and the summer anthem “TGIF”. These tracks further solidified her status as one of the hottest names in rap.

GloRilla’s Recognition from Pop Icons and Politicians

As her career soared, GloRilla caught the attention of some of the biggest names in pop culture. Rihanna and Taylor Swift publicly praised her, recognizing her as the new “IT” girl in the rap world. Even Vice President Kamala Harris reached out to GloRilla, contacting her near the end of her campaign to connect with younger voters during the race against Donald Trump.

The momentum continued to build throughout the year, with GloRilla’s debut album GLORIOUS entering the Billboard 200 at an impressive No. 5, with 69,000 album-equivalent units in its first week. This accomplishment was a huge milestone for the rapper, especially considering it doubled the success of her spring mixtape, Ehhthang Ehhthang.

Looking Ahead: GloRilla’s Bright Future

With a massive 2024 under her belt, GloRilla is more than ready to take the stage at SNL and show the world what she’s made of. As the first musical guest of 2025, she will continue to captivate audiences with her unique style and undeniable talent. Her appearance on Saturday Night Live is just one of the many exciting moments ahead for this rising star, and fans are eager to see what’s next for GloRilla as she cements her place as one of rap’s brightest stars.

Stay tuned for what promises to be an unforgettable performance, as GloRilla’s journey continues to inspire and excite fans across the globe!