Muni Long facts for kids
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| Birth name | Priscilla Renea Hamilton |
| Born | September 14, 1988 Gifford, Florida, U.S. |
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| Years active | 2008–present |
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| Children | 1 |
Priscilla Renea Hamilton (born September 14, 1988) is an American singer and songwriter known by her stage name, Muni Long. Before she became famous as a singer, she was a successful songwriter for many popular artists.
As a songwriter, she helped write huge hits for other stars. These include "California King Bed" by Rihanna, "Worth It" by Fifth Harmony, and "Timber" by Pitbull. She also co-wrote songs for Ariana Grande and Selena Gomez & the Scene.
In 2019, she started her own singing career under the name Muni Long. Her song "Hrs and Hrs" became a viral hit in 2021. It was so popular that it climbed into the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 music chart. This success led her to sign with the famous record label Def Jam Recordings. "Hrs and Hrs" also won a Grammy Award. Her 2023 single, "Made for Me", was also a big hit.
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Early Life and YouTube Start
Priscilla Renea Hamilton was born in the small town of Gifford, Florida. Her father was in the Navy. She started singing when she was only two years old but was shy about singing in front of others.
As a teenager, she discovered YouTube. She began posting videos of herself singing in her room. One of her first videos was a cover of "Cry Me a River" for a contest. Even though she didn't win, her YouTube channel grew. She soon had over 30,000 subscribers. This online fame helped her get noticed and led to an appearance on MTV's Say What? Karaoke.
Career Journey
2009–2010: A Singer Named Priscilla Renea
Thanks to her YouTube popularity, Priscilla signed with Capitol Records in 2009. She was 21 years old. She released her first album, Jukebox, that same year.
The album received good reviews from critics. Billboard magazine praised her for mixing poetry with catchy music. However, the album did not sell many copies. Its singles, "Dollhouse" and "Lovesick", did not become major hits.
2010–2018: Writing Hit Songs for Stars
After her first album, Priscilla focused on writing songs for other famous musicians. This turned out to be a great decision. She became one of the most in-demand songwriters in the music industry.
Some of the hit songs she co-wrote include:
- "Promise This" for Cheryl
- "California King Bed" for Rihanna
- "Worth It" for Fifth Harmony
- "Somethin' Bad" for Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert
- "Love So Soft" for Kelly Clarkson
- "Imagine" for Ariana Grande
In 2018, she released her second album, Coloured. She released it independently, meaning not with a major record label. The album was praised for its powerful songs about her experiences.
2019–Present: Becoming Muni Long
In 2019, Priscilla Renea decided to reintroduce herself to the world with a new name: Muni Long. She said this new name represented a stronger and more fabulous version of herself.
She began releasing music as Muni Long, and her song "Hrs and Hrs" became a massive hit on social media, especially TikTok, in late 2021. The song's success was a turning point in her career. It won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance and led to a record deal with Def Jam Recordings.
Building on this success, she released her album Public Displays of Affection: The Album in 2022. In 2023, her single "Made for Me" also became a top 20 hit. Her latest album, Revenge (2024), was nominated for Best R&B Album at the Grammy Awards.
Personal Life
Muni Long has been diagnosed with lupus and has shared that she is autistic. She has faced many challenges in her career, including issues with record labels. She says these experiences have helped shape her music.
She runs her own music label called Supergiant Records. She has one son, whom she brought on stage during a tour with Chris Brown.
Famous Songs and Albums
Studio Albums
- Jukebox (2009) (as Priscilla Renea)
- Coloured (2018) (as Priscilla Renea)
- Public Displays of Affection: The Album (2022) (as Muni Long)
- Revenge (2024) (as Muni Long)
Hit Singles as Muni Long
- "Hrs and Hrs" (2022): A viral hit that won a Grammy Award.
- "Time Machine" (2022): Another popular song from her Public Displays of Affection EPs.
- "Baby Boo" (2022): A collaboration with rapper Saweetie.
- "Made for Me" (2023): A top 20 hit on the Billboard Hot 100.
Awards and Nominations
Muni Long has received many awards and nominations for her work as both a singer and a songwriter.
- She has won three Grammy Awards. One was for Best R&B Performance for "Hrs and Hrs."
- She has been nominated for other Grammys, including Best New Artist and Album of the Year (as a songwriter for H.E.R.'s album).
- She has won a Soul Train Music Award and an iHeartRadio Music Award.
- She has also been nominated for American Music Awards, BET Awards, and MTV Video Music Awards.
