TIFFANY “MIZ TIFFANY” COLEMAN-MCGEE: Breaking Barriers in Christian Hip Hop and Beyond

Dr. Tiffany Coleman-McGee, known to the world as Miz Tiffany, is a multi-talented force in the entertainment industry. Through a dynamic career that encompasses music, acting, modeling, and motivational speaking, Miz Tiffany has firmly established herself as an influential Christian hip-hop artist. Miz Tiffany hasn’t just broken into a male-dominated genre—she has become a trailblazer, paving the way for other women to embrace their calling in gospel rap. Her artistry is rooted in her faith, with each performance, song, and project designed to uplift and inspire others.

In her candid and engaging interview with VBD Magazine, Miz Tiffany offered profound insights into her journey, faith, challenges, and successes. She spoke with passion about how her relationship with God has been the guiding force behind both her personal and professional achievements. Her authenticity and openness reinforced that her mission extends beyond entertainment—it’s about making a lasting impact on the lives of others.

A Trailblazer in Christian Hip Hop

Miz Tiffany made history as the first female solo rap artist to be nominated for a Stellar Gospel Music Award for Rap/Hip Hop Gospel CD of the Year with her debut album, I Ain’t Preaching to the Choir. Reflecting on this pivotal moment, she shares, “I was honored, but it was also a signal that God was using me to break barriers in the gospel rap space.” Her groundbreaking nomination paved the way for other female artists in the genre.

Her most recent accolades include the 2023 Celebrity Artist of the Year Award at the MultiFace France International Celebrity Awards in Paris and the Best Hip Hop and Impact Honoree Music Award at the Antigua Barbuda Gospel Music Awards. Miz Tiffany is not only celebrated for her music but also for her community service and volunteer work, which earned her the prestigious Presidential Volunteer Service Lifetime Achievement Award under President Joe Biden’s administration. “Giving back is not just something I do; it’s who I am. I know what it’s like to need help, and I want to be that help for others,” she says.

The Calling to Gospel Rap

Surprisingly, gospel rap was not Miz Tiffany’s initial goal. She began her music career at a young age, writing poetry and songs before transitioning into secular rap. However, a life-changing car accident altered her perspective and direction. Miz Tiffany recounts, “I was in a coma for three days after the accident. Doctors told my mother I was brain dead, but God had other plans. When I recovered, I knew I couldn’t go back to what I was doing before. I had to use my talent for His glory.”