Coi Leray Collins, born May 11, 1997, is a rapper and singer. She released her debut mixtape in 2018 and signed with Republic Records. Her song “No More Parties” (remixed with Lil Durk) reached the top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned double platinum certification in 2021.
Profile Summary
Full Name: | Coi Leray Collins |
Date Of Birth: | May 11, 1997 |
Place Of Birth: | Boston, Massachusetts, U.S |
Parent: | Benzino (Father) |
Nationality: | American |
Occupation: | Rapper, Singer, Songwriter |
Labels: | Island, Republic, Uptown |
Net Worth: | $2 Million |
Early Life
Coi Leray was born on May 11, 1997, in Boston, Massachusetts, to a family deeply rooted in music. Her father, Benzino, is a renowned rapper and producer, and her mother, Althea Heart, is a former rapper and reality TV star. Growing up in a household that valued creativity and self-expression, Coi Leray was encouraged to explore her passion for music from a young age.
Education
Coi Leray attended high school in New Jersey but dropped out to pursue a career in music. Despite her parents’ initial disapproval, she was determined to follow her dreams. She later earned her GED and began focusing on her music full-time.
Career
Coi Leray started her music career in 2018, releasing her debut single “G.A.N.” The song gained moderate success, but it wasn’t until 2018 that she released her breakout single “Huddy,” which gained millions of streams on platforms like Spotify and SoundCloud. Her success caught the attention of Republic Records, and she signed with the label in 2019.
She collaborated with Fetty Wap on the single “Better Days” in April 2020, and was featured on Keke Palmer’s “Sticky” remix in May 2020. She then released her debut EP, Now or Never, in August 2020.
In 2021, Coi Leray released several singles, including “Bout Me” and “Twinnem”, which went viral on TikTok. She was featured on songs by EarthGang, Rich the Kid, and YN Jay, and was named to the XXL Freshman Class of 2021. Coi Leray’s performances at H-Town Memorial Day Mayhem and Rolling Loud Miami went viral, but received mixed reviews. She was nominated for Best Female Hip-Hop Artist and Best New Artist at the BET Awards 2021.
In 2022, Coi Leray released her debut studio album, Trendsetter, and the single “Players”, which became her first solo song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100. She collaborated with Nicki Minaj, David Guetta, and Anne-Marie, and released her second studio album, Coi, in 2023.
Discography
Albums:
- Trendsetter (2022)
- Coi (2023)
Singles:
- G.A.N. (2018)
- Huddy (2018)
- EC2 (2020)
- No More Parties (2020)
- Big Purr (2021)
- Twinning (2022)
- Baby Don’t Hurt Me (2023)
Personal Life
Coi Leray is known for her outspoken personality and has been involved in high-profile feuds with other rappers. However, she has also been open about her struggles with depression and anxiety, using her platform to raise awareness and reduce stigma around mental health issues.
Coi Leray Net Worth
Coi Leray’s net worth is estimated to be around $2 million, which she has earned through her successful music career, endorsement deals, and touring. With her rapid rise to fame and dedication to her craft, her net worth is expected to continue to grow in the coming years.