Can You Please: GELo’s New Release With GloRilla

LiAngelo Ball, known by his stage name Gelo, has officially released his highly anticipated follow-up single “Can You Please,” featuring Memphis rapper GloRilla.

The track continues the momentum from his breakthrough hit “Tweaker,” having music critics and fans alike questioning whether Gelo could replicate his earlier success.

“Tweaker,” his debut single, became 2025’s first viral rap sensation despite having a mixed reception from listeners.

The song previously peaked at number 29 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and that unexpected success silenced many critics who doubted a basketball player’s musical abilities.

This new track featuring GloRilla maintains Gelo’s signature style with an uptempo beat that evokes 2000s nostalgia.

GloRilla then contributes her distinct North Memphis energy to the collaboration with her verse that contains explicit references to intimate encounters while retaining her signature emphatic flow.

Def Jam saw Gelo’s promise early on and signed him to a lucrative deal after the viral success of “Tweaker.” The label clearly trusted Gelo’s ability to stay in the music business for more than just one song.

Gelo further solidified his reputation in the hip-hop community in February when he released a remix of “Tweaker,” starring rap icon Lil Wayne.

Although “Can You Please” and “Tweaker” share some DNA, critics point out that Gelo varies the song enough to keep listeners interested while experimenting with various flow patterns.

The instrumental production sounds enormous, forming a vast soundscape, and the consistent hi-hats and rattling bass serve as the foundation for both artists to display their vocal prowess.

Building a Musical Legacy

Music industry observers have praised Gelo’s natural charisma on the microphone, following his delivery style, which appears to matter more than lyrical complexity, focusing instead on memorable phrases perfect for crowd participation.

While the lyrics themselves may not break new thematic ground, they function effectively within the club-oriented context.

GloRilla’s established credibility in rap circles lends authenticity to Gelo’s sophomore effort during this crucial career stage, proving her feature to be a strategic selection.

Even though “Can You Please” might not have the same popular appeal as “Tweaker,” it successfully suppresses projections of one-hit wonders and positions Gelo as more than just a newness act.

The song’s structure adheres to tried-and-true formulas for radio success, and its booming chorus, which plays repeatedly, guarantees that listeners will remember the hook for a long time.

The two musicians’ styles blend perfectly, as GloRilla also kept the momentum going until the very last note by averting any possible energy dip in the latter part.

The collaboration places Gelo in an advantageous spot within the current hip-hop landscape, and by working with a well-known female rapper, he shows his versatility and industry connections.

It is a noteworthy accomplishment for a former basketball player who transitions into music to release consecutive well-received tracks, as many celebrity crossover attempts fall flat after initial curiosity.

As Gelo builds his musical catalog, expectations for his future releases are likely to rise, and this sophomore single implies he has the instincts required for long-term relevance in hip-hop.