Alessia Cara

The debut single of hers came out in 2015. It was a huge hit and received praise from both listeners and critics alike. The track was ranked in the top 19 on both Billboard Hot 100 in Canada and also on the Canadian Hot 100. Even Rolling Stone ranked the song among the 2015's Best Songs. She released her debut Know It All album in the same year. The third single, Scars to Your Beautiful was one of five tracks that made it to the top spots on Billboard as well as the Canadian Albums Chart Billboard 200 in addition to Billboard Hot 100. This track was special due to her Rap-Up interview she conducted, many of people who listened to her music could identify with her journey of finding love for themselves, as well as doubting herself. Cara has a reputation for including messages on emotional health, kindness, and self-love in her music. The inspiration for her music comes from Cara's personal struggle in overcoming mental health issues as well as insomnia. Reuters said that she described the album "half chaotic, but half done". She says she grew through therapy and she encourages others to seek assistance when needed. Alessia Cara was born to Italian parents on July 11th, 1996. She was given a guitar by her parents when she was 10 years old, which sparked the passion for music. When she was 13she began covering songs she liked on YouTube to prove to the public that she had talent and had the courage to make a profession of an artist. Sweater Weather became her most well-known album. A record label, EP Entertainment, noticed her and let her compose songs.