Nicole Wray, known professionally as Lady Wray, is an American singer-songwriter whose career spans over two decades. Discovered by Missy Elliott in her hometown of Portsmouth, Virginia, Wray's 1998 debut single "Make It Hot" achieved gold certification and peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100. After early collaborations with Elliott, she explored various musical avenues, including forming the retro-soul duo Lady with Terri Walker in 2012. Embracing a soulful sound, Wray released her solo albums "Queen Alone" (2016) and "Piece of Me" (2022), the latter reaching number seven on the UK R&B Albums chart. Her music seamlessly blends R&B, soul, and hip-hop influences, showcasing her evolution as an artist and her commitment to authentic storytelling.