About
Alessia Caracciolo, known professionally as Alessia Cara, is a talented Canadian singer and songwriter. She began her musical journey by posting covers of popular songs on YouTube at the age of 13. Her online covers, including acoustic renditions of "Love Yourself" and "Sweater Weather", garnered attention, leading to her signing with EP Entertainment and Def Jam Recordings in 2014. The following year, she released her debut single, "Here", which became a sleeper hit and launched her professional music career.
Career Timeline
YouTube covers start
Begins posting covers on YouTube, gaining early attention.
Here debut single release
Releases her debut single 'Here,' becoming a sleeper hit.
Know-It-All debut album
Releases her debut album 'Know-It-All,' a critical and commercial success.
Scars to Your Beautiful success
Releases 'Scars to Your Beautiful,' becoming an anthem for self-acceptance.
The Pains of Growing release
Releases her second album 'The Pains of Growing'.
In the Meantime album release
Releases her third album 'In the Meantime'.
Established singing career
Continues her career as a singer-songwriter, known for her introspective lyrics and vocals.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026