She’s widely recognized for her signature bouffant hairstyle and striking red-stained lips, which have become part of her iconic image. As a talented singer-songwriter, she first gained attention through her powerful covers uploaded to YouTube. One standout moment in her journey was when her rendition of Eminem’s “Lose Yourself” went viral, catching the ears of fans and industry insiders alike. That breakthrough helped pave the way for her to eventually sign with Warner Bros. Records—an exciting milestone in her growing career.
Before all the fame and spotlight, she was honing her craft at the San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts. It was there that she truly fell in love with legendary artists like Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, Etta James, Lauryn Hill, and Janis Joplin—musical influences that continue to shape her sound today. Born in Spokane, Washington, she was raised in San Diego, California, where she grew up alongside her sister, sharing formative experiences that helped ground her throughout her rise to success. Her story is one of passion, perseverance, and a deep connection to the roots of soulful music.
She mentioned that Stevie Wonder actually reached out to her personally, expressing genuine interest in collaborating. Of course, Stevie Wonder had a lot going on, and unfortunately, the timing just never aligned for them to work together. But despite that, Stevie Wonder ended up playing a key role behind the scenes—he connected her with Adrian Gurvitz, a well-known pioneer in the hard rock scene. So while they didn’t get to collaborate directly, Stevie Wonder still made a meaningful impact by opening that door.