Brianna Perry facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Brianna Perry
Brianna Perry in 2015
Background information
Born	(1992-01-11) January 11, 1992 (age 33)
Origin	Miami-Dade, Florida, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop trap
Occupation(s)	Rapper singer actress
Years active	2002–present
Labels	Diva Enterprises International Music Group The Goldmind Inc. Atlantic Poe Boy

Brianna Perry (born January 11, 1992), also known as Lil' Brianna, is an American rapper and actress. She is from Miami-Dade County, Florida. Brianna was the youngest artist to sign with Missy Elliott's music label, The Goldmind Inc..

She first appeared on Trina's album Diamond Princess in 2002. This was on a song called "Kandi". Since then, Brianna has released many mixtapes. She also starred in the reality TV show Sisterhood of Hip Hop. In 2016, Brianna left Atlantic Records. She decided to work with her independent label, Poe Boy Entertainment.

Music Career

Starting Out in Music

Brianna Perry began her music journey very young. At just 7 years old, she made her first recording. This happened at the Poe Boy Music Group studios. Her uncles helped her with this.

Spending a lot of time at the studio helped her get noticed. Rappers Trina and Trick Daddy saw her talent. Trina then offered Brianna a recording deal with Diva Records. After that, Brianna appeared on BET's Rap City. She also made her rapping debut on Trina's album Diamond Princess. Her song "Kandi" caught the attention of famous artist Missy Elliott.

Missy Elliott signed Brianna to her label, The Goldmind Inc.. Missy also featured Brianna in many concerts. Brianna even appeared in some of Missy Elliott's music videos. One was for the song "Pass That Dutch". She was also in Missy's short TV show, The Road to Stardom with Missy Elliott. During this time, Brianna worked on an album. It was going to have forty songs. However, this album was never released. In 2006, Brianna and Missy Elliott decided to go different ways. They remained friends.

In 2007, Brianna prepared a mixtape called Princess of Miami. She worked with Slip-N-Slide and Missy Elliott. In 2008, she planned a new album, Girl Talk. She also thought about a movie with actor Frankie Muniz. But neither of these projects came out. In 2009, Brianna joined Flo Rida's label. There, she released a mixtape, The Graduation. She also put out a song called "Boom Shacka". This song was not a big commercial hit.

Working with Atlantic Records and TV Show

In 2011, Brianna left Flo Rida's team. She continued to work with Poe Boy Music Group. That same year, she released a song called "Fly Kicks". A music video came with it. The video was shown on BET's 106 & Park. This helped her get a contract with Atlantic Records. It also created excitement for her mixtape Face Off.

On December 20, 2011, Brianna released "Marilyn Monroe". The song was produced by Cainon Lamb. Many musicians liked the song. Even Beyoncé featured it on her official website. In 2012, Brianna worked with other artists. She collaborated with SWV on "Do Ya". She also worked with Pusha T on "Red Cup". And she teamed up with Victoria Monet on "Hate Ya Past". This last song was on Brianna's mixtape, Symphony No. 9: The B Collection. Brianna also made a music video with Trina called "Girl Talk".

In June 2014, Brianna Perry became a regular cast member. She starred in the Oxygen reality series Sisterhood of Hip Hop. Some of her new songs were shown on the show. These included "I'm That B.I.T.C.H." and "Since U Left". In August 2016, she released "Something To Live For". This song featured Stacy Barthe.

Personal Life

Besides her music career, Brianna Perry also went to college. She studied business at the University of Miami. In May 2014, Brianna graduated from the University.

Discography

Mixtapes

• 2003: Candy Girl (hosted by Rick Ross)
• 2007: Princess of Miami
• 2009: The Graduation
• 2011: Face Off
• 2012: Symphony No. 9
• 2013: Symphony No. 9: The B Collection

Singles

• 2009: "Duh!"
• 2010: "Boom Shacka" (featuring Flo Rida)
• 2011: "Fly Kicks"
• 2011: "Marilyn Monroe"
• 2013: "Hate Ya Past" (featuring Victoria Monet)
• 2014: "I'm That B.I.T.C.H."
• 2014: "Since U Left" (featuring Taylor Parks)
• 2017: "Get It Girl" (featuring Rick Ross)

Guest Appearances

Filmography

• 2002: Rap City
• 2005: The Road to Stardom with Missy Elliott
• 2014–2016: Sisterhood of Hip Hop
• 2018—present: Love & Hip Hop: Miami

Awards and Nominations

• BET Awards
  • 2012: Best Female Hip-Hop Artist – (Nominated)