Monique Lynelle Gray was born in Hartford, CT, and grew up mostly in Philadelphia, PA.  She is currently a student at Full Sail University, working towards a Master’s degree in Entertainment Business, while also attending the ECMA (Excellence in Christian Music Academy).  She is also the author of “My Journey at 30,” as well as “A Teen’s Guide to Succeed in High School.”  M.L. is a licensed cosmetologist and cosmetology instructor.  She obtained an Associate’s degree from Central Texas College while serving in the United States Army in 2008 and now she is a Veteran, and a graduate of Temple University as of 2012.  She is determined to overcome the obstacles that have come in her life and strives to complete her goals.  Monique Lynelle is also a singer/songwriter, with a album entitled “Love of the Music,” and it is her full intention to continue writing songs and moving forward with singing.  Her soulful sounds take you on a journey and the beats just float the melodies like poetry in motion.  She was also a semi-finalist for the “Hype Hair Magazine Natural Beauty Contest” in 2010 and 2011.  She has competed in the “Big Beautiful Women’s Pageant” in 2012 and 2013.  Throughout the years she has volunteered for various organizations.  Monique Lynelle hopes to inspire people through her story and help bring out the best in others.  Her motto is “Quitting is not an option.”  Find out more at http://www.MoniqueLynelle.com