Flo Rida
- Occupation:
- Musician
- Date of Birth:
- 16 September 1979
- Sex:
- Male
- Height:
- 1.91
Introduction:
Tramar Lacel Dillard (born September 16, 1979), professionally known as Flo Rida, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. He gained international acclaim with his 2007 breakout single “Low,” which topped charts for ten weeks in the United States and set a record for digital download sales at its release. Over his career, Flo Rida has sold over 80 million records worldwide, establishing himself as one of the best-selling music artists.
Early Life and Background:
Flo Rida was born in the Carol City neighborhood of Miami Gardens, Florida. Raised alongside seven sisters, some of whom sang in a local gospel group, he was exposed to music from an early age. In ninth grade, he joined an amateur rap group called the GroundHoggz, with whom he performed for eight years. After high school, Flo Rida briefly attended the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and Barry University, studying international business management, before returning to Florida to pursue a music career.
Music Career:
Flo Rida’s initial foray into the music industry involved collaborations with local artists and appearances on tracks like “Bitch I’m From Dade County” from DJ Khaled’s 2007 album We the Best. In 2008, he released his debut album, Mail on Sunday, featuring the hit single “Low” with T-Pain. The song’s success was followed by other chart-topping singles, including “Elevator” featuring Timbaland and “In the Ayer” featuring will.i.am. His subsequent albums, R.O.O.T.S. (2009), Only One Flo (Part 1) (2010), and Wild Ones (2012), produced international hits like “Right Round,” “Club Can’t Handle Me,” “Good Feeling,” “Wild Ones,” “Whistle,” and “I Cry.”
In 2015, Flo Rida released the EP My House, with the title track becoming a significant success, peaking at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 2016. He continued to release singles and collaborations, including “Hello Friday” featuring Jason Derulo in 2016 and “Hola” featuring Maluma in 2017. In 2021, Flo Rida represented San Marino in the Eurovision Song Contest alongside singer Senhit, performing the song “Adrenalina.”
Personal Life:
Flo Rida has maintained a relatively private personal life. In January 2023, he was awarded $82.6 million after winning a lawsuit against energy drink company Celsius. The lawsuit, filed in May 2021, claimed that Celsius had violated the conditions of an endorsement deal that ran between 2014 and 2018. A South Florida jury found Celsius guilty of breaching the deal and fraudulently hiding information from Flo Rida.
Legacy and Influence:
Flo Rida’s contributions to the music industry are marked by his ability to blend hip-hop with pop and electronic elements, creating a mainstream appeal that has influenced the direction of contemporary rap and pop music. His commercial success and numerous chart-topping singles have solidified his position as a significant figure in the music industry.
Recent Activities:
In 2022, Flo Rida released country rap singles “High Heels” featuring Walker Hayes and “No Bad Days” featuring Jimmie Allen, showcasing his versatility and willingness to explore different musical genres.
- Occupation:
- Musician
- Date of Birth:
- 16 September 1979
- Sex:
- Male
- Height:
- 1.91