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Artist Spotlight: Alessia Cara

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Kennedy Brooks Student Contributor, Hampton University
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Lauren Hendricks Student Contributor, Hampton University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Hampton U chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

This young artist might be new to the music scene but her vocals are timeless. 19 year old YouTube Sensation and now Def Jam signee, Alessia Cara has certainly carved her way onto the charts with her new hit single, “Here”- A song describing her wallflower tendencies at a party she’d honestly rather not be at. With a soulful twist, Cara explains her experience of what it feels like being trapped in a room filled with small talk and superficial socialites. Cara isn’t afraid to shy away from the truth in her music, which has attracted many of her fans.

The Canadian RnB singer’s raw talent and Amy Winehouse- like similarities are refreshing and nothing short of an open-book. At 14, she began recording her music on YouTube and built her following. From there Cara established her name and began recording tracks with Universal Music Group, EP.

“Here” initially appeared on Cara’s Four Pink Walls EP, released in August, but will also launch her debut album, Know-It-All, co-produced and written by Motown-affiliated songwriter Sebastian Kole, and features production by Pop & Oak (Nicki Minaj, Usher) and Frank Ocean. Cara is definitely taking her career to new heights.

Make sure you check out her new projects!

Kennedy Brooks is a Junior Strategic Communications major from Sacramento, California. She enjoys listening to music, chilling on the beach, and eating Thai food. She wants to pursue a career in Public Relations and Marketing with an emphasis in the music industry. Eventually, she hopes to travel the world and embark on new journeys that come her way. A quote that she lives by is, "Consider becoming the type of energy that no matter where you go, or where you are, you always add value to the spaces and lives of those around you."
Lauren Hendricks is a Junior, Journalism major at Hampton University. When she's not busy studying, serving as a Campus Correspondent for Her Campus Hampton U or staying involved on Hampton's campus, she can be found at a local Starbucks, mall or on her yoga mat. Lauren is enthusiastic about community service and telling stories. Check here for blog posts and updates.