Isis Naija Gaston, AKA Ice Spice, is an emerging talent in the field of rapping and is making a name for herself in the music industry. Rapping was one of the music genres with which the audience was not familiar in the past. But now, it has become a part of mainstream music. The reason for the increased popularity of rapping is that the audience is attracted to the style and the lyrics of the songs.
Many people have emerged as rappers, but only a few of them have made their name in the music industry, and Ice Spice is one of them. Growing up listening to hip-hop legends like ‘Lil Kim, Nicki Minaj, Jay-Z, 50-cent and Wu-Tang Clan, Ice Spice has been inspired by these icons. Her interest in rapping was mixed with her passion for music, which looked like a natural progression for her.
| Birth Name | Isis Naija Gaston |
| Stage Name | Ice Spice |
| Profession | Rapper, Song Writer |
Ice Spice Personal Life & Career
She started writing poetry and freestyle rap at a young age when she was in elementary school. Later, she took her first step to rapping with producer Cook Babes in 2021, when they were both students at SUNY Purchase. Her passion for rapping was not new, as it was already running in her blood.
She started to write her songs and make beats, which proved to be the initial steps of her journey. She finally got her breakthrough when she met American record producer RiotUSA. Riot helped her record and release her debut song, ‘Munch (Feelin’ U), which later went viral on streaming platforms like TikTok and Twitter.
The song was a hit, and after its success, Ice released “Bikini Bottom” and “In Ha Mood,” which led up to the release of her first debut EP, Like…?
Her back-to-back hits also gained her entry on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Moreover, her collaborations with famous artists include Lil Tjay’s “Gangster Boo,” “Boy’s a Liar Pt. 2” with Pink Pantheress, “Princess Diana” with Nicki Minaj, “Karma” with Taylor Swift, and “Barbie World” with Minaj and Aqua.
These prominent collaborations were a huge hit that garnered her as the first artist to reach the Hot 100’s top 10 singles. Ice was taking small steps towards the height of success, which also made her popular among the media and her fans.
With her hard work, she secured the title of “Breakout Star” from the New York Times in 2023, and Billboard has claimed her “Rap New Princess.”.
| Date of Birth | January 1, 2000 |
| Age | 24 years old |
| Birth Place | The Bronx, New York City, US |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | The Bronx, New York City, US |
| Zodiac | Capricorn |
| Religion | Christian |
Ice Spice Height, Weight, Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5’6” |
| Weight | 60 Kg |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Auburn |
Ice Spice Family Members’ names and details
Not so happening in childhood, the enthusiastic rapper had. Regarding her parents, it is said that both of them fell for each other at first sight at a restaurant. They were involved romantically and lived happily for a long time. Afterward, Ice’s mother, Charina, was 17 when she was pregnant with Ice, and because of her, they were bound into a legal relationship. However, at a very young age, it became hard for them to handle these responsibilities, and they decided to get separated. Unfortunately, when Ice was 2 years old, both of her parents divorced. It is said that she lived with her grandparents and cousins after their parent’s separation.
Ice had the strong influence of her father, who was also a rapper before her. He constantly taught her daughter about hip-hop. Later on, the distance between them attached Ice to her mother, who resembled her so much that people used to call them sisters.
Ice Spice’s father was an underground rapper of African-American descent. Her mother was a car dealer of Dominican origin.
| Father | Joseph Gaston |
| Mother | Charina Almanzar |
| Siblings | 4 |
Ice Spice’s Marital Status
Talking about her love life, it is rumored that she was involved with Canadian musician Drake in 2022 after interacting on a social media platform. Drake praised her song, Munch. Currently, Ice is said to be with American actor Caleb McLaughlin, who appeared in the famous web series Stranger Things as Lucas Sinclair.
| Marital Status | In a relationship |
| Boyfriend | Caleb McLaughlin |
| Affairs | N/A |
| Children | None |
Ice Spice Qualifications, Education, School & College
She went to Sacred Heart High School, a well-reputed school for Catholics in Yonkers. After completing her elementary education, Ice graduated from high school in 2018 and went to the State University of New York at Purchase.
There, she chose biology as her main subject and made volleyball her other curriculum. Unfortunately, she dropped out in her second year. With her unique and captivating way of communicating with her audience through her lyrics, Ice has made a name for herself.
| Educational Qualification | N/A |
| School/High School | Sacred Heart High School |
Ice Spice Money Factor
As soon as the world has heard about Ice, her net worth is increasing. The talented rapper gets a lot from her music and her social media presence.
| Net Worth | $1.2 million |
Ice Spice’s Favorite Things/Likes
The rising rapper has established her presence in the music industry with her unique and distinctive style. She keeps her personal life private, but her links to several other celebrities like Drake, Lil Nas X, and Doja Cat appear onscreen.
Ice Spice’s love for anime and cartoons can be seen in her songs and videos. Moreover, she is a fashion icon because of her outstanding dressing sense. Beyond her music and rapping profoundness, she also has been praised for her colorful and quirky outfits. The young rapper also has a tattoo of a cross on her left arm.
