Coi Leray: Navigating the Limelight, Entrepreneurship, and Personal Growth

Coi Leray is a rapper and creative entrepreneur from Hackensack, New Jersey. Her music began taking off on SoundCloud in 2018, beginning with her debut mixtape, Everythingcoz. After signing a deal withRepublic Records, Leray released her second mixtape EC2 (2019) and her debut extended play, Now or Never (2020). In 2021, the Lil Durk remix of her single "No More Parties" reached the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100 and received double platinum.
In January 2023, Leray was featured on the song "Happy Fools" from Tomorrow X Together's fifth mini album, The Name Chapter: Temptation. She also collaborated on the track "Self Love" with Metro Boomin, which was included on the soundtrack of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. On June 23, 2023, Leray released her second studio album, Coi.
Coi Leray talks with Forbes Reporter Rosemarie Miller about her hustle mentality from a young age, how being fun makes life better and her spirituality.
00:00 Introduction
01:32 Coi Leray On Being Doubted
02:55 Securing A Multi-million Dollar Record Deal
04:50 Coi Leray On Investing In Her Career
09:09 Why Age Doesn't Matter
11:11 Keeping Things Fun In The Limelight
14:45 Making Mistakes In Your Career
17:30 Focusing On Inner Beauty And Spirituality
20:55 Coi's Best And Worst Purchases
23:51 Coi's Future Career Focus
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[@CoolBeans193]

I love the interviewer's speaking voice. She should do audiobooks! So delicate and dreamy

[@Redmoneyusa]

Facts.

[@NobodyImportant-ef3de]

Voice acting... I went to school for the and we had to train for the voice. Generally an easy transition for audio books. MOST people who get into the industry do voice acting

[@high_maintenance]

She’s so naturally pretty ❣️ I LOVED THIS DUO TOGETHER

[@vp183434]

She's so adorable 😍

[@dhowto3005]

Thank you Ms. Coi Leray for taking the time out for this interview! It's evident that you have and are developing a strong business acumen. Keep your eyes on your money. Trust God. God bless you. "Taurus" are epic!

[@dhowto3005]

Thank you Ms. Coi Leray for taking the time out for this interview! It's evident that you have and are developing a strong business acumen. Keep your eyes on your money. Trust God. God bless you.

[@jerrodpettway-ds4xq]

I love to see my people win

[@jasony8002]

Wow Coi !! Your latest studio performance is fire. Keep compartmentalizing your dress style from your studio style and being you. You got it girl and it shows :)

[@jasony8002]

I speak your language of spirituality and am proud of you; your last video is so incredible too. The man who gets you is a lucky person.

[@phyliciasmith9565]

I love this interview

[@musicianshipcreative3660]

i loved this interview and the interviewer! this was perfect!

[@EverythingColossal]

Very proud of you Coi !

[@Anisha..Alayna]

😍😍😍‼️🔥her hair is 🔥🔥

[@uptone12111]

Wow the confidence!

[@MrDJ17]

I ❤️ You So Much Coi Leray ❤️

[@TheoneandOnly-MRYOU]

#COILERAY #BEAUTIFUL

[@fabric.soundz]

Nice! Taurus needs that creative outlet, for sure!

[@WOYGx1010]

True icon

[@mikesanders1730]

Such a intelligent woman 💯

[@princessiamher369]

I would’ve never thought

[@BRXTNOFFICIAL]

Coi is gorgeous - been my crush since No More Parties

[@nikkinic2269]

I didn't even recognize her, from the thumbnail. 😮

[@BibezRadio]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🕊

[@dezzydezer]

Coi 🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀

[@foursitee]

🚀🙌🏾❕

[@kyhxx]

. etc based clip. bizzare change. curious to c her future tracks’

[@Slugger90210]

❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@dakotac180]

I love her, she's so pretty and I relate to being a daddyless daughter growing up in the world as a black girl just the constant need to stay above water and be the best you can be. Been listening to her for a while and you can tell she's grown.

[@Rob73Tippybx161]

❤❤

[@shatorajohnson5594]

❤❤❤❤

[@drrenui093]

❤

[@Leo_hits_record_label_llc]

👏👏👏🥰👏🥰

[@SpecialK2644]

Great interview!!! I love young people who have internal growth!! Do you!!!

[@nlc69]

🆑💯👑💪🏾🙏🏾😎

[@TheSpendog]

:)

[@user-yf5xv8fo9j]

I am just shocked she had on clothes.

[@user-zg6zk7uu5j]

😂

[@timbacodes8021]

Coi you say you love God, dear... The Bible teaches that serving God involves not only professing love for Him but also aligning our actions with His teachings and principles. One scripture that illustrates this concept is found in John 4:23-24, where Jesus says: "Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth." In this passage, Jesus emphasizes the importance of worshiping God "in spirit and in truth." Serving God involves not just outward displays of devotion, but a sincere and genuine commitment to His ways. Engaging in activities that contradict the teachings of the Bible, such as producing sexually explicit music, is not in line with worshiping God in spirit and truth. It goes against His moral standards and the principles laid out in scripture. Therefore, while someone may claim to love God and be spiritual, their actions should reflect a genuine desire to honor and obey Him. True worship involves living a life that is consistent with God's word and striving to align oneself with His will. So, if someone professes their love for God but engages in behavior that contradicts His teachings, it's important to gently remind them of the importance of serving God in spirit and truth, as outlined in the Bible. Praying for you dear.

[@ianndiorsfeet]

Hmph! I prefer Machine Gun Kelly!

[@nlc69]

🆑💯👑😎