GloRilla had social media users doing a double-take after dropping a bold new Instagram carousel ahead of her birthday. For the sizzling shoot, the Memphis rapper chose a daring lingerie look that quickly made the rounds on different platforms. Across social media, the conversation surrounding the styling has been similar, with many accusing the “Tomorrow 2” hitmaker of taking style cues from Megan Thee Stallion.
Captioned, “Summoning all LEOS ITS OUR SZNNN” alongside lion emojis, the four-slide carousel showed GloRilla posing inside a dimly lit gym, her oiled-up skin glowing against the dark background.
The rapper wore a cropped see-through top that revealed the outline of her bust, with pasties offering coverage. Pairing it with a yellow thong, matching leg warmers, and heels, the rapper left very little to the imagination.
Her extensive tattoos added an edgy contrast to the vibrant outfit, while long cascading curls, layered gold jewelry, and a sultry expression tied the scroll-stopping look together.
With her July 28 birthday approaching, GloRilla leaned into the Leo season with the fiery, fitness-forward shots that double as birthday teases.
Critics Say She’s Copying Megan Thee Stallion
The eye-catching photos generated thousands of reactions, with fellow Leos filling the comments with their own birthday dates while admirers dropped compliments.
Critics, on the other hand, accused GloRilla of borrowing too heavily from Megan Thee Stallion’s signature bold aesthetic. One user bluntly wrote, “Rented body,” another dubbed her “Megan side kick,” while a third user urged her to “get your own identity.”
The chatter spilled over on X, where a screenshot of the look prompted reactions like “she wanna be Meg so bad.” Several people admitted they thought it was Megan Thee Stallion at first, before taking a closer look.
Why The Comparisons Keep Coming
The comparison between GloRilla and Megan Thee Stallion did not appear out of nowhere. GloRilla and Megan Thee Stallion once seemed like the ultimate femcee duo. They collaborated on hits like “Wanna Be,” toured together on the Hot Girl Summer Tour, and publicly showed love.
Things reportedly shifted around 2025 when GloRilla shared an Instagram Story with a Tory Lanez song, sparking backlash given Lanez’s conviction in the shooting of Megan. But GloRilla quickly deleted it and called it an accidental repost with no shade intended.
Further fuel came from stylist drama, album sales comparisons, and GloRilla’s alleged social media likes on posts shading Megan. Fans spotted patterns in style, stage presence, and even certain looks, leading to ongoing chatter about GloRilla carving her own lane while echoing elements of her former collaborator’s brand.
Some followers also claim that GloRilla was shading Megan in her collaboration with Pooh Shiesty, “MANE,” though nothing was named directly.
The Rapper Seems Unfazed By The Constant Criticism
Through all the noise, GloRilla seems focused on enjoying her success. She recently stepped out with boyfriend Brandon Ingram for a date at Jay Z’s concert, rocking a tight bodysuit that turned heads.
Jay Z himself gave her a shoutout, adding to an impressive list of A-list cosigns that includes Beyoncé and Rihanna. One fan summed up the moment, writing, “Beyonce, Rihanna, & now Jay? They can’t say nothing to you. Period.”
GloRilla Teases Summer Bop
On top of the birthday heat, GloRilla is gearing up to deliver more music. Earlier this month, she shared teasers for an unreleased track called “All Summa,” showing her dancing and having fun with several women in cheeky swimsuits.
The fun and carefree preview caught fans’ attention, with many begging for the full drop while one user excitedly wrote, “New summer anthem loading.”