Hailing from Mobile, Alabama, rapper Flo Milli is one of the hottest female artists from the South. Being a part of XXL’s 2021 Freshman Class, her clever wordplay and intoxicating delivery have garnered a solid fan base. Her mixtapes have earned praise from Hip Hop fans and her singles. Not wanting to be compared to other new artists, Flo Milli’s style defies regional sounds with quick wit and originality. With a unique style, the rising star is quickly rising to prominence in the rap game. From being inspired to write songs early to being one of the hottest new artists in the game, here’s everything you need to know about the rapper Flo Milli!
Background & Early Career
Flo Milli's love for music started at a young age, writing her first song at 9. Flo Milli was inspired by Nicki Minaj after seeing the artist on BET’s 106 & Park. This prompted her to start rapping at 11, even forming an all-girl hip-hop group called Real & Beautiful, later renamed Pink Mafia. While the group disbanded by the time the young artist was 14, she would continue her music dreams. According to Flo, she was also heavily influenced by the likes of Jill Scott, Anthony Hamilton, and Erykah Badu.
Continuing to hone her skills into her high school years, she released her first solo song, "No Hook," at the age of 16. Three years later, she would release the breakout single, “Beef FloMix.” The single was a freestyle over rapper and producer Ethereal's 2014 track "Beef" featuring Playboi Carti. The hit breakout single would become a viral sensation on Instagram and TikTok. The song eventually reached No. 2 on Spotify's Viral 50 chart in April 2019. The fully-produced version of "Beef FloMix" was released in July 2019. The song would soon garner over 46 million streams on Spotify in a short time. She would further solidify her presence in the game by releasing her next single, “In The Party.”
Mixtape Success
The rapper’s hard work lead to her signing with record executive Justin Goldman's label '94 Sounds and RCA Records. She would soon release the singles "My Attitude,” "Not Friendly," and "Eat It Up" in 2020. Later that same year, Flo Milli released the singles “Weak” and the J. White Did It-produced single "Like That Bitch.” The success of the singles built anticipation from fans for the artist’s first mixtape. Flo Milli's debut mixtape, Ho, Why Is You Here?, was released on July 24, 2020, to critical acclaim from her fans. The mixtape would land rapper Flo Milli on the Billboard US 200, debuting and peaking at No. 78.
Flo Milli would continue the momentum of her debut mixtape by collaborating with big names and signing an exclusive global co-publishing deal with Pulse Music Group. During this time, she worked with artists, including Rich The Kid, Latto, and Big Freedia. She also worked with rappers Yo Gotti, Yung Bleu, and G-Easy. Milli's grind would lead to her being nominated for Best New Artist at the 2020 BET Hip Hop and 2021 BET Awards. The rapper’s success would continue into 2021 with the release of the single “Roaring ’20s.” That same year, Flo Milli would be inducted into the XXL Freshman Class of 2021 alongside Pooh Shiesty, Coi Leray, and Rubi Rose.
Debut Album
On July 20, 2022, Flo Milli released her debut album, You Still Here, Ho? The album received critical praise from critics and fans alike. You Still Here, Ho? featured production from producers including OG Parker, Kenny Beats, and Dr. Luke. The album also featured artists including Babyface Ray and Rico Nasty. Flo Milli would describe the project as a rejuvenating experience that allowed her to express herself more.
What’s Next For Flo Milli?
Flo Milli's rise to fame in Hip Hop is a testament to the impressive and unique style of the rising star from Alabama. With clever lyrics and versatility, Flo Milli has made a name for herself as a force to be reckoned with. In 2023, Flo made her debut at Coachella. In recent months, she released an extended version of You Still Here, Ho?, giving more to fans of the album. With the success of her mixtape and album still building momentum for the artist, fans can’t wait to see what’s next for the upcoming female MC.
