Coi Leray

Coi Leray is an American rapper and singer who brings a pop-punk edge to hip-hop. Her sound blends melodic hooks with brash, confident bars, drawing as much from Blink-182 as from Missy Elliott. After gaining attention with her 2018 mixtape Everythingcoz, the remix of her song "No More Parties" featuring Lil Durk became her breakout hit in 2021, going double platinum and reaching the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100. Her biggest single, "Players," peaked at No. 9 on the Hot 100 in 2023 and achieved multi-platinum status. In 2023, she collaborated with David Guetta and Anne-Marie on the global hit "Baby Don't Hurt Me." Across two studio albums, Trendsetter (2022) and Coi (2023), she has established herself as a trendsetter who refuses to be boxed in. With her bold fashion, unfiltered social media presence, and a fandom she calls the Trendsetters, she continues to carve a distinct space in modern pop-rap.[edit]

Coi Leray Collins was born on May 11, 1997, in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. She grew up primarily in Hackensack, New Jersey, the daughter of rapper and media executive Benzino. After her parents' split, she was raised mostly by her mother. During her childhood, Coi described herself as a tomboy, showing more interest in sports and skateboarding than in makeup. Her mother's musical tastes, particularly pop-punk and rock artists like Blink-182 and Linkin Park, played a significant role in her upbringing, later influencing her unique genre-mixing style.

She attended Hackensack High School, where she was a decent student but had not yet developed a focus on music. After graduating, Coi Leray supported herself by working at a fast-food joint and a retail store. Around 2017, she began to explore her musical talents, uploading songs to platforms like SoundCloud and YouTube, initially using "Coi Leray" as her artistic handle.

Her professional journey truly commenced with the independent mixtape Everythingcoz, released in 2018. Recorded in makeshift home studios, the project quickly gained online traction and attention. This buzz attracted the interest of record labels, ultimately leading to a joint venture deal with Republic Records the following year, marking her breakthrough into the music industry.[edit]

After signing with Republic Records in 2019, Coi Leray released the EP EC2 later that year, followed by Now or Never in 2020. Her big break came in 2021 when a remix of her track "No More Parties" featuring Lil Durk climbed to No. 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned a double platinum certification. She followed that with "Blick Blick!" featuring Nicki Minaj in 2022, which also charted. Her debut album Trendsetter arrived in 2022, peaking at No. 129 on the Billboard 200. But the game-changer was "Players," released as a single in late 2022. The song went viral on TikTok, peaked at No. 9 on the Hot 100, and became her first top-ten hit, eventually going multi-platinum. It also spawned a remix with Busta Rhymes. Her second album, Coi, dropped in June 2023 and featured the hit. Later that year, she teamed up with David Guetta and Anne-Marie for "Baby Don't Hurt Me," which reached the top 20 in the US and UK. In 2024, she released the single "Can't Come Back" and announced a partnership with eyewear brand Privé Revaux. As of 2026, she is working on her third studio album.[edit]

Coi Leray's public persona is that of a confident, genre-blending trendsetter, a title she has fully embraced. Her style mixes high fashion with streetwear: bold colors, baggy pants, tiny tops, and often sneakers. She is polarizing in hip-hop circles: praised for her pop-punk-infused sound and criticized by purists. Her social media voice is direct and unfiltered; she frequently engages with fans and claps back at critics. Her fandom is called the Trendsetters. She presents herself as an underdog who won on her own terms, which resonates with young audiences who feel outside the mainstream.[edit]

Coi Leray's global footprint is substantial: her music streams in the hundreds of millions, her Instagram reaches nearly eight million followers, and her every move is covered by hip-hop media. Yet iFANN's Global Fame Engine has evaluated her and found that she does not currently hold a placement in the published rankings, neither the Global Top 1,000 nor any Top-100 scope list. In other words, she is not among the 1,000 most famous people on the planet, nor does she rank in any major category's top 100. This is a neutral statement of fact, not a judgment on her talent or influence.

Her fanbase has no formal name, though some call them the Trendsetters, but that name is not officially documented. The fanbase is active and engaged but lacks the formal structure of other major fandoms. There is no central fan network or coordinated campaigns; instead, her support is organic, driven by her direct and unfiltered social media presence. She interacts with fans regularly, teasing new music and sharing personal moments, but there are no documented fan rituals or inside jokes that define the community. The fanbase is simply a collection of devoted listeners who appreciate her genre-blending sound and unapologetic attitude.[edit]

Coi Leray sports a tattoo of her "Coi" logo on her arm, a permanent nod to her brand. A self-proclaimed Naruto devotee, she's woven anime references into her lyrics, much to her fans' delight. Before her rap career took off, she clocked shifts at a fast-food joint and a retail store, grounding her hustle. Her father, Benzino, was a key player in the 1990s East Coast-West Coast feud, a legacy that adds layers to her hip-hop lineage. She's mentioned that green is her favorite color because it matches her eyes, and her live shows are legendary for her barefoot, high-energy performances.

In 2026, Coi Leray became the center of a very public custody dispute with Trippie Redd, the father of her child. Redd claimed she was preventing him from seeing their daughter, a story that dominated hip-hop headlines in August of that year. The saga began earlier in May when Leray hinted on social media that Redd had cheated during her pregnancy, adding fuel to the fire. This real-life drama has become a defining narrative in her public story, though it remains an evolving situation.

Another viral moment came in March 2026, when a video of "Miyoco", possibly a pet or child, tearing up a rib was shared, tagged with Leray's name and labeled #CutenessOverload. It was a brief, adorable glimpse into her world that fans ate up, though it hasn't reached the status of lasting lore.[edit]

Coi Leray is the daughter of rapper and media executive Benzino (Raymond Scott) and a mother of Cape Verdean descent. Her parents separated when she was young, and she was raised primarily by her mother in Hackensack, New Jersey. She has three siblings, including a sister named Jazz. She has spoken openly about her father's absence during her childhood and their later reconciliation. As of 2026, she is not married and has no children. She lives in Los Angeles.[edit]

Coi Leray is the daughter of rapper and media executive Benzino. She has collaborated extensively with Lil Durk ("No More Parties"), Nicki Minaj ("Blick Blick!"), and David Guetta and Anne-Marie ("Baby Don't Hurt Me"). She was previously in a relationship with rapper Trippie Redd.[edit]

Coi Leray has had a few public relationships. She dated rapper Trippie Redd from 2020 to 2021; the split was messy, with both hinting at drama on social media. In early 2022, she was rumored to be involved with The Kid Laroi after they were spotted together, though neither confirmed it. Later in 2022, rumors swirled about a romance with Lil Durk following their collaboration, again unconfirmed. In 2023, she was in a relationship with Canadian rapper Pressa; they were seen together frequently until early 2024. As of 2026, she is reportedly single.[edit]

As of 2026, iFANN's editorial research estimates Coi Leray's net worth at $5 million. Her wealth stems primarily from her music catalog, with hits like "Players" and "No More Parties" generating hundreds of millions of streams and substantial royalties. Touring has been a significant earner; she's headlined her own tours and graced major festival stages. Endorsements, including a partnership with Privé Revaux eyewear, add to her income. Since her 2021 breakout, her financial standing has seen steady growth, reflecting her staying power in the industry.[edit]

Coi Leray has won two major awards: the BET Hip Hop Award for Best Hip Hop Video in 2023 for "Players," and a BMI Pop Award in 2024 for the same song.[edit]