Leony, born Leonie Burger on June 25, 1997, in Cham, Bavaria, Germany, is a prominent German pop singer and songwriter. She first gained national attention in 2014 as part of the band Unknown Passenger on the talent show Rising Star, where they won the competition with their rendition of Rihanna's "Stay." Following the band's dissolution, Leony pursued a solo career, releasing her debut single "Surrender" in 2017. She has since achieved significant success with hits like "Faded Love," which topped the German radio airplay charts for eight weeks, and "Remedy." In 2023, she expanded her influence by serving as a judge on the 20th season of Deutschland sucht den Superstar, Germany's version of Pop Idol. Leony continues to be a leading figure in the German pop music scene, known for her dynamic performances and chart-topping singles.