Alessia Cara Biography

Fast Facts

• Her album "Know-It-All" was certified platinum by the RIAA in 2017
• Won the 2016 JUNO Award for Breakthrough Artist of the Year
• Intended to become a visual artist before deciding to become a singer
• Quote: "[On her debut single "Here"] "As an unknown, I didn’t know what to expect․ All I had to go on was A) my gut instinct and B) how I wanted to be represented․ ‘Here’ showed my perspective and personality and I was comfortable with the song speaking for me․ I would rather completely fail and be myself than succeed and be someone I hate․""
• Quote: "[On her message of self-love] "The timing is perfect to spearhead to such an important movement․ I’ve never set out to be a cause, but it’s been a label applied to me because I’m a girl who believes in a lot and has a lot to say․""
• Possesses the ability to speak Italian
• Learned how to play piano by ear