Grammy-Winning Rapper GloRilla Faces DUI Charges

Suwanee Police Department

Gloria Hallelujah Woods, known by her stage name GloRilla, was arrested at 2:15 a.m. Tuesday in Suwanee, Gwinnett County, on suspicion of driving under the influence.

According to the Suwanee Police Department, Woods was pulled over for making an illegal U-turn at a red light. During the traffic stop, an officer reported smelling the odor of alcohol on Woods' breath and marijuana in her vehicle. Woods acknowledged drinking but denied being impaired.

glorilla: “do you know who i am”

officer: “no..”

glorilla: “oh” pic.twitter.com/ZDf6owIH76

— 🍪 (@ONIKACOOKIE) April 18, 2024

Video footage of the arrest reveals a conversation where Woods asked the officer, "Do you know who I am?" When the officer replied in the negative, Woods expressed surprise and later stated, "It don't matter who I am.

The police report also indicates that Woods briefly exposed part of her chest during questioning. The officer informed her of the wardrobe malfunction.

Woods failed field sobriety tests, including the walk-and-turn and one-leg stand, according to the police report. She declined to take a breathalyzer test, leading to her arrest on charges of DUI, possession of an open container, and failure to obey a traffic control device.

Woods was released from the Gwinnett County Jail after posting a $1,956 bond.

GloRilla, a Grammy-winning rapper, rose to fame with her viral hit "F.N.F. (Let's Go)." She has earned accolades at the BET Hip Hop Awards and American Music Awards. Her debut extended play (EP), "Anyways, Life's Great..." was met with critical acclaim.

B.I.G.'s Legacy Lives On: 'Ready to Die' Officially a National Treasure

The Library of Congress has announced the latest additions to the National Recording Registry, with notable selections including ABBA's "Dancing Queen," Blondie's "Parallel Lines" and The Notorious B.I.G.'s "Ready to Die."

Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden unveiled the 25 new titles on Tuesday, citing their cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance in the nation's recorded sound heritage. The registry now boasts 650 titles, representing a diverse array of music genres and eras.

In addition to The Notorious B.I.G.'s "Ready to Die," other inductees include Gene Autry's rendition of "Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer," Héctor Lavoe's "El Cantante" and Green Day's "Dookie." The selection process involved input from the National Recording Preservation Board, which considered landmark recordings spanning from 1919 to 1998.

Hayden emphasized the importance of preserving America's musical legacy, stating, "The Library of Congress is proud to preserve the sounds of American history and our diverse culture through the National Recording Registry."

“Ready to Die” was both the debut studio album & the only album released by The Notorious B.I.G. before he was murdered in 1997. A landmark of rap & hip-hop, it features B.I.G.'s smooth delivery, vivid storytelling, humor, eroticism & creative sampling skills. #NatRecRegistry pic.twitter.com/wCeWFknv8Q

— Library of Congress (@librarycongress) April 16, 2024

The recognition of "Ready to Die" marks a milestone for hip-hop, as the album, released in 1994, serves as both The Notorious B.I.G.'s debut studio album and his only full-length studio release during his lifetime. B.I.G. was killed in 1997, and his music continues to influence new artists.

Produced by Sean "Puffy" Combs and featuring hit singles like "Juicy" and "Big Poppa," "Ready to Die" is celebrated for its innovative sampling, raw lyricism, and vivid portrayal of street life. The album achieved critical acclaim and commercial success, earning a 6x Platinum certification from the RIAA.

Quotes from music critics reflect the album's enduring impact: "One of the greatest rap albums ever made" (AllMusic), "A near-flawless debut...he effortlessly spins tales both gritty and witty" (Entertainment Weekly), and "It changed the sound of East Coast rap and revitalized the entire New York hip-hop scene" (Source Magazine).

The induction of "Ready to Die" into the National Recording Registry underscores its cultural significance and contribution to the evolution of hip-hop music. As part of the registry, the album will be preserved for future generations to appreciate and study.

Find a complete listing of this year's selections below.

Recordings Selected for the 2024 National Recording Registry

• “Clarinet Marmalade” – Lt. James Reese Europe’s 369th U.S. Infantry Band (1919)
• “Kauhavan Polkka” – Viola Turpeinen and John Rosendahl (1928)
• Wisconsin Folksong Collection (1937-1946)
• “Rose Room” – Benny Goodman Sextet with Charlie Christian (1939)
• “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer” – Gene Autry (1949)
• “Tennessee Waltz” – Patti Page (1950)
• “Rocket ‘88’” – Jackie Brenston and His Delta Cats (1951) 
• “Catch a Falling Star” / ”Magic Moments” – Perry Como (1957)
• “Chances Are” – Johnny Mathis (1957) 
• “The Sidewinder” – Lee Morgan (1964)
• “Surrealistic Pillow” – Jefferson Airplane (1967)
• “Ain’t No Sunshine” – Bill Withers (1971)
• “This is a Recording” – Lily Tomlin (1971)
• “J.D. Crowe & the New South” – J.D. Crowe & the New South (1975)
• “Arrival” – ABBA (1976)
• “El Cantante” – Héctor Lavoe (1978)
• “The Cars” – The Cars (1978) 
• “Parallel Lines” – Blondie (1978)
• “La-Di-Da-Di” – Doug E. Fresh and Slick Rick (MC Ricky D) (1985)
• “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” – Bobby McFerrin (1988)
• “Amor Eterno” – Juan Gabriel (1990)
• “Pieces of Africa” – Kronos Quartet (1992)
• “Dookie” – Green Day (1994)
• “Ready to Die” – The Notorious B.I.G. (1994)
• “Wide Open Spaces” – The Chicks (1998)

'Like That' Success Drives Future, Metro Tour Hype

Future and Metro Boomin are hitting the road this summer with their "We Trust You" tour, and the hip-hop world is buzzing.

The tour announcement from Live Nation comes amidst a simmering feud with Drake, raising the temperature for these highly anticipated shows.

The dynamic duo is crushing the charts right now. Their album "We Don't Trust You" shot straight to No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and their Kendrick Lamar-assisted single "Like That" is unstoppable.

The beef rumors exploded when Kendrick dropped a fiery verse on "Like That," with lyrics widely seen as shots fired at Drake. Cryptic social media posts and a leaked Drake track, "Push Ups (Drop and Give Me 50)," only poured gasoline on the fire.

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The 27-date North American tour kicks off on July 30th in Kansas City, MO, with stops in major cities like Atlanta, Toronto, and Los Angeles before wrapping up in Vancouver, BC on September 9th.

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, April 19th at 10 a.m. local time on the Live Nation website. VIP packages are also available for fans who want the ultimate experience.

Find all of the "We Still Don't Trust You" Tour dates below:

• July 30 – Kansas City, Mo. @ T-Mobile Center
• July 31 – Saint Paul, Minn. @ Xcel Energy Center
• Aug. 2 – Milwaukee, Wis. @ Fiserv Forum
• Aug. 3 – Chicago, Ill. @ Lollapalooza
• Aug. 4 – Detroit, Mich. @ Little Caesars Arena
• Aug. 6 – Nashville, Tenn. @ Bridgestone Arena
• Aug. 8 – Atlanta, Ga. @ State Farm Arena
• Aug. 10 – Columbus, Ohio @ Schottenstein Center
• Aug. 11 – Toronto, Ontario @ Scotiabank Arena
• Aug. 13 – Boston, Mass. @ TD Garden
• Aug. 14 – Philadelphia, Pa. @ Wells Fargo Center
• Aug. 15 – Brooklyn, N.Y. @ Barclays Center
• Aug. 17 – Washington, D.C. @ Capital One Arena
• Aug. 20 – New Orleans, La. @ Smoothie King Center
• Aug. 22 – Houston, Texas @ Toyota Center
• Aug. 23 – San Antonio, Texas @ Frost Bank Center
• Aug. 24 – Dallas, Texas @ American Airlines Center
• Aug. 25 – Tulsa, Okla. @ BOK Center
• Aug. 27 – Denver, Colo. @ Ball Arena
• Aug. 28 – Salt Lake City, Utah @ Delta Center
• Aug. 30 – Las Vegas, Nev. @ T-Mobile Arena
• Aug. 31 – Inglewood, Calif. @ Intuit Dome
• Sept. 3 – Sacramento, Calif. @ Golden 1 Center
• Sept. 4 – Oakland, Calif. @ Oakland Arena
• Sept. 6 – Seattle, Wash. @ Climate Pledge Arena
• Sept. 7 – Portland, Ore. @ Moda Center
• Sept. 9 – Vancouver, B.C. @ Rogers Arena