Born in Amarillo, TX, Lacey began singing at age 12 in parties and at church. She failed to make the cut in season 8, losing to Megan Joy. She worked as a teacher before successfully joining the show. She was eliminated during Top 12 week.

Top 24: "Landslide" - Fleetwood Mac
Top 20: "Kiss Me" - Sixpence None the Richer
Top 16: "The Story" - Brandi Carlile
Top 12: "Ruby Tuesday" - Rolling Stones