Jamie Grace facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jamie Grace
Grace performing at the Road Show at the Honda Center in 2014
Background information
Born	(1991-11-25) November 25, 1991 (age 33)
Origin	Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Genres	Contemporary Christian gospel Christian hip hop
Occupation(s)	Singer rapper songwriter
Instruments	Vocals guitar
Years active	2009–present
Labels	Gotee
YouTube information
Years active	2007–present
Genre	Music, vlogs
Subscribers	402 thousand
Total views	137.60 million
Subscriber and view counts updated as of 26 Nov 2024.

Jamie Grace (born November 25, 1991) is an American singer, rapper, and songwriter. She makes Christian music. Jamie Grace is from Atlanta, Georgia. In 2010, the famous musician TobyMac discovered her songs on YouTube. He signed her to his music label, Gotee Records. Her song "Hold Me" came out in 2011. This song was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2012. She also won the 2012 Dove Award for New Artist of the Year.

Jamie Grace's Early Life and Music

Jamie Grace Harper was born on November 25, 1991. Her parents are Bishop James Harper and Pastor Mona Harper. She is their youngest daughter. Jamie Grace grew up singing and playing instruments. She often sang at church and at home with her older sister, Morgan. Both sisters were taught at home.

On July 16, 2006, Jamie Grace started a YouTube channel. She began sharing videos of her songs online. Over time, her videos became popular. Other musicians like Audio Adrenaline's Mark Stuart and David Mullen noticed her. This led to her getting singing and acting roles. She even joined the television show iShine Knect and its tour. In 2010, TobyMac found her and signed her to his record label, Gotee Records.

Jamie Grace's Music Releases

Jamie Grace's first collection of songs, called an EP, was Hold Me. It was released by Gotee Records on February 22, 2011. The main song from the EP, also called "Hold Me," quickly became very popular on Christian radio. Her first full album, One Song at a Time, came out on September 20, 2011. Later that year, on November 29, 2011, she released another EP called Christmas Together.

Jamie Grace also performed and spoke on the Revolve Tour. This tour was organized by Women of Faith. She shared the stage with other artists like Britt Nicole, Group 1 Crew, and Hawk Nelson. On May 4, 2011, her first single, "Hold Me," reached the number one spot on Christian Hit Radio.

Her second album, Ready to Fly, was released on January 28, 2014. It was produced by Christopher Stevens and David Garcia. The first song from this album was "Beautiful Day." Another song, "Fighter," was released next. It's an inspiring song about people who face challenges but keep going. Jamie Grace also joined the Winter Jam Tour in 2015.

In August 2016, Jamie Grace and her sister Morgan Harper Nichols announced something new. Jamie Grace was leaving Gotee Records to make music independently. On her 25th birthday, November 25, 2016, she released "Party Like a Princess." This song was a preview for her third album. In February 2017, she shared that the album would be delayed. This was so she could focus on her mother's health. On April 21, she released the first song from the new album, The Happy Song.

On July 11, Jamie Grace announced on YouTube that her new album would be called 91. It was released on September 1, 2017. Ten days later, on July 21, she shared another song, Daughter of a King, on YouTube. After the album came out, she started a new project called 91 Anthems. This YouTube project features 91 original songs and covers. These songs are inspired by stories sent in by her fans. She has continued to release new music, including the single "Wait it Out."

Jamie Grace's Musical Style

Jamie Grace has a unique music style. She mixes different sounds like hip hop, folk, and pop music. Sometimes, other singers join her on her songs. For example, TobyMac was featured in "Hold Me." GabeReal from DiverseCity was also on "One Song at a Time" from her Hold Me EP.

Jamie Grace's Personal Life

Jamie Grace studied at Point University. She earned a bachelor's degree in children's ministry. She has several health conditions, including Tourette syndrome, obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and anxiety.

In 2016, something exciting happened at an Adele concert. Jamie Grace was invited onto the stage. She sang a cover of "Can't Help Falling in Love," a song originally by Elvis Presley. Adele told her she had a wonderful voice!

On January 25, 2018, Jamie Grace announced her engagement to Aaron Collins. They got married on April 14, 2018. The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Isabella Brave Harper, on June 7, 2019.

Discography

Albums

EPs

Singles

Album appearances

• 2011: tobyMac – Christmas in Diverse City; "Mary's Boy Child"
• 2012: Anthem Lights – The Acoustic Sessions; "In the Light (Acoustic)"
• 2012: Morgan Harper Nichols – Verge (single); "Verge"
• 2012: tobyMac – Eye on It; "Favorite Song"
• 2019: 1k Phew, Aaron Cole – What's Understood 2; "Glory"

Compilation contributions

• 2013: Colossal Coaster World (Lifeway's VBS); "Colossal Coaster World", "Change My Heart", and "I Will Trust in You".
• 2012: It Happened One Night: Celebrating Christmas and Freedom Around the World; "Away in a Manger"
• 2010: All Starz 2010; "Heads Up"

As Harper Still

• 2020: Show Love EP

Filmography

Awards and Nominations

See also

In Spanish: Jamie Grace para niños