Meet Alyssa Michelle Stephens, better known as Latto (formerly Mulatto), a dynamic rapper and singer from Atlanta, Georgia. Born on December 22, 1998, Latto first made waves on Jermaine Dupri’s reality show, The Rap Game, in 2016. Competing as “Miss Mulatto,” she took home the title but turned down a record deal with Dupri’s So So Def. Talk about confidence!

Her breakthrough came in 2019 with the hit single “Bitch from da Souf,” which went double platinum and marked her entry onto the Billboard Hot 100. This catchy track led to her signing with RCA Records and the release of her debut album, Queen of da Souf, in 2020, featuring the platinum-certified “Muwop” alongside Gucci Mane.

As Latto, she gained major recognition with her 2021 anthem “Big Energy,” which peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and snagged a triple platinum certification. It became a fan favorite and earned a Grammy nomination for its live performance. The song was the lead single for her second album, *777*, released in 2022, which solidified her status as a rising star.

Fast forward to 2023, Latto made headlines again with her collaboration on Jungkook’s hit “Seven,” which topped both the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard Global 200. She also dropped “Put It on da Floor Again,” featuring Cardi B, showcasing her knack for creating buzzworthy tracks. This single served as the lead for her upcoming album, *Sugar Honey Iced Tea*, set to release in 2024.

Throughout her career, Latto has racked up an impressive collection of awards, including two BET Awards, a Billboard Music Award, and nominations for two Grammys. She was part of the 2020 XXL Freshman Class and recognized as Variety’s “Breakthrough Artist” in 2022. At the 2022 BET Hip Hop Awards, she won Song of the Year for “Big Energy” and was also nominated for Album of the Year.

Born in Columbus, Ohio, and raised in Clayton County, Georgia, Latto faced her fair share of challenges growing up. With a white mother and an African American father, she was bullied for her light skin, which inspired her original stage name. At just ten years old, she knew she wanted to pursue rap, and before hitting the mic, she even dabbled in drag racing!

From her humble beginnings to becoming a powerhouse in the music industry, Latto has shown incredible resilience and talent. As she continues to evolve and dominate the charts, fans can expect even more from this Atlanta queen. In early 2024, she’ll be featured on a remix of Jennifer Lopez’s new single “Can’t Get Enough,” proving her star power is only just beginning.

With her catchy tunes and fierce persona, Latto is certainly a name to watch in the world of hip-hop. Keep your ears open; this talented artist is just getting started!