She grew up in Villeneuve-sur-Lot with her parents, Chérifa and Mohammed, her sister, Déborah, and her brother, Karim. Her sister Déborah encouraged her to persevere with her singing and Chimène went on to hone her vocal style still further, performing at family parties and regional song contests from the age of six.
From a young age, Chimène grew up in Villeneuve-sur-Lot surrounded by her family: parents Chérifa and Mohammed, sister Déborah, and brother Karim. Her sister Déborah encouraged her to pursue singing, and Chimène honed her vocal abilities through performances at family events and regional competitions starting at the age of six.