Alessia Cara Biography

Canadian singer-songwriter known for her soulful pop and R&B-infused sound, introspective lyrics, and breakout hit 'Here'.Alessia Cara rose to fame in 2015 with her debut single 'Here,' a critical anthem against superficial party culture. Her debut album 'Know-It-All' followed, establishing her as a voice for introverts. She won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 2018. Cara is also recognized for powerful singles like 'Scars to Your Beautiful' (promoting self-acceptance) and 'Stay' (with Zedd), and her work on Disney soundtracks ('Moana').
  • Cara began her career by posting covers of popular songs on YouTube at age 13, gaining a significant online following.
  • Her debut single 'Here' became an unexpected sleeper hit, praised for its anti-party sentiment and mature sound, leading to her signing with Def Jam.
  • She won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 2018, notably giving a humble acceptance speech crediting fellow nominees.
  • Cara is an advocate for mental health awareness and body positivity, themes often reflected in her music like 'Scars to Your Beautiful'.
  • She contributed the song 'How Far I'll Go' to the official Disney 'Moana' soundtrack and voiced a character in the animated series 'Elena of Avalor'.