Leslie Grace was born on January 7, 1995 in The Bronx, a borough of New York City. She was raised and attended school in Davie, Florida. Grace, born to Dominican parents, was entertaining her five older siblings and parents when she could barely speak, at the age of two. She speaks fluent English and Spanish. Her family gave her the confidence to trust in her talent and pursue success doing what she loves: writing and performing songs. She launched her professional career with her single