Moliy Ama Montgomery (born 4 October 2001) is an American-Ghanaian singer and songwriter. She rose to stardom after her 2021 collaborative single with Amaarae "Sad Girlz Luv Money" (featuring Kali Uchis) became a chart success, debuting at number 80 on the US Billboard Hot 100[1] and peaking at number 29 in the United Kingdom.[2][3]
Moliy was born and brought up in Accra, Ghana. She moved to Florida in 2021.[4][5] She spent time in both Ghana and the United States during her upbringing. She moved to the United States for college but later returned to Ghana in 2019, citing difficulties with adjusting to academic and financial pressures abroad. Her decision to return was followed by the start of her music career in Ghana. In interviews, she has discussed how her early creative efforts included sharinllg freestyles and original material on social media platforms. These activities eventually contributed to her recognition in the local music scene.
Early career
Moliy has stated that her songwriting often reflects personal experiences and observations. She has also addressed topics related to identity and artistic independence in several public interviews.[6] In 2020, Moliy released her debut EPWondergirl, which gained airplay in The Gambia and Nigeria as well as Kenya.[7]
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