Alana Michelle Josephs (born November 23, 1989), better known under her stage name Lanz Pierce, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter and recording artist.
[2] At age 11, she began composing rhymes, influenced by male role models in the industry such as Tupac Shakur, Eminem, DMX, and Nas.
In 2003, Pierce called Quad Studios in Midtown Manhattan numerous times, eventually appearing at its office in person.
[3] In February 2006, Pierce signed with Interscope, following an acclaimed performance in Chicago at Lollapalooza on the BMI showcase stage.
As a songwriter, she contributed to the works of Three 6 Mafia, Focus, Stargate, JR Rotem, Organized Noize, Emile and Syience.