Artist profile
Alessia Cara
Alessia Cara (born Alessia Caracciolo) is a Grammy-winning Canadian singer and songwriter known for her distinct, soulful vocals and introspective alternative R&B and pop anthems. She rose to prominence from a teenage YouTube cover artist to a global music star. Her music captures themes of youth, self-acceptance, and emotional vulnerability.
Musical Journey & Breakthrough
- YouTube Beginnings: She began posting acoustic guitar covers online at age 13.
- Breakthrough Single: Released her smash hit "Here" in 2015, which reached number 5 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
- Grammy History: Won Best New Artist at the 2018 Grammy Awards, making her the first Canadian artist ever to win that specific category.
Discography & Studio Albums
- Know-It-All (2015): Her debut studio album, featuring the self-love anthem "Scars to Your Beautiful".
- The Pains of Growing (2018): A coming-of-age record focusing on the challenges of early adulthood and fame.
- In The Meantime (2021): Her third record, exploring mental health, insomnia, and personal healing.
- Love & Hyperbole / Love or Lack Thereof (2026): Her latest projects that continue her evolution as an independent lyricist.
Iconic Tracks & Collaborations
- "Stay": A multi-platinum electronic pop collaboration with DJ Zedd.
- "1-800-273-8255": A powerful mental health awareness anthem with rapper Logic and Khalid.
- "How Far I'll Go": Recorded the official radio version for the end-credits of Disney's animated movie Moana.
