Los Angeles, CA — Rising hip-hop artist Milli Banks is a living testament to resilience, transformation, and the healing power of music. From a childhood marked by hardship to the spotlight of the stage, her journey is one of courage, survival, and purpose.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Milli’s early life was defined by struggle. Growing up in an unstable home, she faced abandonment, bullying, and periods of homelessness — even finding herself left on Skid Row at a young age. Despite the odds, she developed an unshakable drive to rise above her circumstances, often handwashing her school clothes each night and finding creative ways to survive, including selling candy before school to make ends meet.
Her path took darker turns when she became a victim of human trafficking as a teenager — a harrowing chapter that tested every ounce of her spirit. “At that age, it’s easy for someone to manipulate you when you’re just searching for love and stability,” Milli reflects. After years of trauma, she found the strength to escape and begin the long journey of healing, ultimately reclaiming her voice through music.
Music became Milli’s lifeline. Influenced by artists like Tupac, The Notorious B.I.G., Meek Mill, DJ Khaled, and Nipsey Hussle, she channeled her pain into poetry, transforming her story into songs of triumph. Her breakout record, “Rich Off Pain,” was a turning point — an emotional anthem of endurance that led to her latest release, “Famous,” a powerful declaration of self-worth and victory.
“When I record, I don’t need an entourage,” Milli says. “I’m tuned in with my ancestors — that’s my time to communicate with God. My music is my testimony.”
Today, Milli Banks stands as both an artist and an advocate, using her platform to raise awareness about human trafficking, abuse, and survival while empowering others to break free from their own struggles. Her bold presence and heartfelt storytelling have already inspired many who see their own reflections in her music.
Beyond the mic, Milli has stepped into entrepreneurship with two growing ventures:
• Wealthy Savage Clothing Co. — a lifestyle brand symbolizing the rise from nothing to something.
• The Slay Depot — a beauty business offering flat irons, lace front wigs, and accessories designed to uplift women and boost confidence.
With every performance and business move, Milli Banks continues to redefine what it means to be unstoppable. “My pimp once told me I’d always be his ‘hoe,’” she says. “Now he sits in a 6×9 while I share my story on stages around the world.”
Through her music and mission, Milli Banks proves that greatness isn’t defined by where you come from — but by the strength of your spirit. She’s not just surviving; she’s thriving, turning pain into purpose and becoming a voice for the voiceless.
“I’m doing this not just for me,” she says, “but for every girl who’s ever been trapped in darkness and thought there was no way out.”
”Milli Banks” is a true homegrown favorite, taking her name to new heights. Make sure to check out her latest single “SET IT OFF” and stay connected for new music coming sooner than later.
