GloRilla: Thankful for God's Favor
Latest Episode of Theology of Hip-Hop
What happens when a rapper named Gloria Hallelujah wins one of BET’s top gospel awards — and the church isn’t sure she belongs there? In this episode of “The Theology of Hip-Hop,” host Chris Burton explores the gospel roots, spiritual hunger, and raw honesty woven through GloRilla’s music.
From “Glo’s Prayer” to “Rain Down on Me” with Kirk Franklin and Maverick City Music, Chris traces how themes of gratitude, vulnerability, protection, authenticity, and hope reveal a deep God-consciousness beneath the Memphis rapper’s bold exterior.
Along the way, the episode examines the controversy around her gospel award, the tensions between sacred and secular spaces, and how GloRilla’s unfiltered storytelling reflects a faith that’s messy, sincere, and still reaching for God.
If you’re curious about where hip-hop and theology meet — this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Be sure to tap in tonight at 7pm Eastern for the live episode re-cap!