Alanna, one of nine musically gifted siblings from Toledo, Ohio, discovered her voice at age 11 through her first powerful church performance for more than 300 people. Growing up in what locals dubbed the Musical Family, she found solace through singing during challenging times, including a period of financial troubles for her family. After graduating from Toledo School for the Arts, Alanna boldly pursued her dreams in Atlanta's music scene in 2023. Her breakthrough came at The Sangers Movement's open mic night, where her soulful rendition of Beyoncé's "1+1" went viral, launching her emerging career in the city.