Rapper GloRilla revealed some touching Instagram messages from the now deceased Gangsta Boo, who had given the Memphis rapper her praise before her terrible passing. Boo was referred to as the “Queen of Memphis” by GloRilla. Big Glo shared some of the messages shared between the two. She revealed that Gangsta Boo was one of the first people in the city to co-sign GloRilla.
GloRilla mentioned, “I don’t usually share screenshots, but she was the first to reach out to me, showing support for me and the girls even before we became popular. She’s a true legend, and there will never be another Gangsta Boo.”
The messages, dating as far back as 2021, show how supportive and encouraging Gangsta Boo truly was. Boo wrote “U smashing Glo. Fr. As a pioneer of Memphis female rap, I love to see this. No1 came since me and Chat. Go off Mane! Xo.” you can hear her authenticity as well as her accent as you read the heartfelt messages.
Many artists including Snoop Dogg, Tay Keith, Drumma Boy, and Ty Dolla $ign have expressed their affection for Gangsta Boo in the comment area of GloRilla’s instagram post, sparking a flood of support and tributes. There are still comments coming in on Gangsta Boo’s Instagram, and the spark was reignited with GloRilla’s post.
“She blessed u R. I. P. Boo,” -Snoop Dogg.
Before Gangsta Boo’s death, GroRilla and Latto were able to make a song with Boo titled “FTCU,” which sampled Three 6 Mafia’s “Tear Da Club Up.”
A pioneer, a legend, a sweetheart
No one thought they’d start the new year off with news of Gangsta Boo dead at the age of 43. With the discovery of her body on Sunday afternoon in her hometown of Memphis, Fox 13 revealed the sad headlines to the world. No official cause of death has been made public as of yet.
During a recent interview on WREG Memphis, family members revealed that the rapper’s death was not a result of foul play. Delmar Lawrence, a close friend of Boo, shared that she had numerous plans and dreams for 2023. However, she had been feeling depressed following the loss of her father. Lawrence expressed comfort in knowing that Boo is now at peace.
What is your favorite song, moment, or memory of Gangsta Boo? Long live the queen!
