Born in Brampton, Ontario, she wrote poetry and did theater at a young age. At 10, she began playing guitar and taught herself how to play various songs. At 13, she began her own YouTube channel where she posted covers of songs that she performed. She signed with EP Entertainment and Def Jam Recordings at the age of 18. Cara released her debut single in April 2015. Here was called a "song for everyone who secretly hates parties" by MTV. The song debuted on The Fader and accumulated over 500,000 streams in its first week. On May 5, 2015, the song was chosen as a can't-miss track by SPIN Magazine, listed as a must hear song by Cosmopolitan, and included on Billboard's "20 Pop Songs You Need For Your Summer Playlist" in June 2015.
Her debut album, "Know-It-All" was released on November 13, 2015 containing the singles "Seventeen", "Here", "Wild Things", and "Scars to Your Beautiful".
Her sophomore album, "The Pains of Growing" was released on November 30, 2018 containing the singles "Growing Pains", "Not Today", "Trust My Lonely", "A Little More", and "Out of Love".
Alessia released an EP in between her second and third albums called "This Summer" on September 6, 2019 which has six songs including "Rooting for You" and "Ready".
Her third album, "In the Meantime" was released on September 24, 2021 and contains the singles "Sweet Dream", "Shapeshifter", "Best Days", and "You Let Me Down".
Alessia Cara
Alessia Cara Lyrics
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'Long as I can remember, never really knowing why
I wish I could be the perfect daughter
But I come back to the water, no matter how hard I try
Every turn I take, every trail I track
Every path I make, every road leads back
To the place I know, where I can not go
See the line where the sky meets the sea it calls me
And no one knows, how far it goes
If the wind in my sail on the sea stays behind me
One day I'll know, if I go there's just no telling how far I'll go
Oh oh oh, oh, oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh
I know, everybody on this island seems so happy on this island
Everything is by design
I know, everybody on this island has a role on this island
So maybe I can roll with mine
I can lead with pride, I can make us strong
I'll be satisfied if I play along
But the voice inside sings a different song
What is wrong with me?
See the light as it shines on the sea it's blinding
But no one knows, how deep it goes
And it seems like it's calling out to me, so come find me
And let me know, what's beyond that line, will I cross that line?
See the line where the sky meets the sea it calls me
And no one knows, how far it goes
If the wind in my sail on the sea stays behind me
One day I'll know, how far I'll go
The opening line of "I've been standing at the edge of the water, long as I can remember, never really knowing why," sets the tone for the rest of Alessia Cara's song "Alessia Cara Version." Throughout the lyrics, Alessia describes how she feels a deep sense of longing for something she can't quite explain, and how she keeps coming back to the same place - the water - again and again. She wishes she could be the "perfect daughter," but she can't help but be drawn to the unknown that lies beyond the horizon.
The chorus, "See the line where the sky meets the sea, it calls me; and no one knows, how far it goes," speaks to the universal human experience of feeling restless, and knowing that there's something more out there waiting for us. The song's final verse, "And it seems like it's calling out to me, so come find me; and let me know, what's beyond that line, will I cross that line?" captures the courage and bravery required to step outside your comfort zone, and explore the unknown.
Overall, "Alessia Cara Version" is a beautiful and powerful song about the human desire for something more, and the journey we must all take to find it.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been standing at the edge of the water
I have been constantly near the water for as long as I can remember.
'Long as I can remember, never really knowing why
Despite always being near the water, I cannot explain why I feel so drawn to it.
I wish I could be the perfect daughter
I aspire to meet the expectations of my family and be a perfect daughter.
But I come back to the water, no matter how hard I try
Despite my best efforts, I find myself being pulled back to the water every time.
Every turn I take, every trail I track
No matter which direction I venture, or which path I follow,
Every path I make, every road leads back
I always end up back at the water's edge.
To the place I know, where I can not go
I am familiar with this place, but I cannot fully explore it.
Though I long to be
Even though I crave to explore it more deeply.
See the line where the sky meets the sea it calls me
The sight of the horizon where the sky and sea meet beckons me.
And no one knows, how far it goes
I do not know how expansive the world beyond the horizon truly is.
If the wind in my sail on the sea stays behind me
If the wind continues to propel my boat from behind,
One day I'll know, if I go there's just no telling how far I'll go
I may never fully comprehend what lies beyond the horizon, but I will still take the chance to explore it.
I know, everybody on this island seems so happy on this island
All the other people on this island appear to be content and satisfied.
Everything is by design
Their lives are carefully planned and orchestrated.
I know, everybody on this island has a role on this island
Everyone on this island has their own specific task or purpose to fulfill.
So maybe I can roll with mine
Perhaps I can find my own purpose and fit in.
I can lead with pride, I can make us strong
I have the ability to be a confident leader and strengthen our community.
I'll be satisfied if I play along
If I conform and fulfill my expected role, I will feel content.
But the voice inside sings a different song
However, my inner desires and instincts conflict with these expectations.
What is wrong with me?
I question myself and wonder why I feel dissatisfied with conformity.
See the light as it shines on the sea it's blinding
The brightness of the light reflecting on the water's surface is overwhelming.
But no one knows, how deep it goes
The depth of the water, and the extent of the world beyond the horizon remains a mystery.
And it seems like it's calling out to me, so come find me
The water and the unknown world behind the horizon seem to be beckoning me forward.
And let me know, what's beyond that line, will I cross that line?
I want to explore what lies beyond the horizon, and find out if I have what it takes to surpass it.
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She just wants to be, beautiful
She goes, unnoticed she knows, no limits
She craves, attention she praises, an image
She prays to be, sculpted by the sculptor
Oh, she don't see, the light that's shining
Deeper than the eyes can find it
Maybe we have made her blind
So she tries to cover up her pain
And cut her woes away
'Cause covergirls don't cry
After their face is made
But there's a hope that's waiting for you in the dark
You should know you're beautiful just the way you are
And you don't have to change a thing
The world could change its heart
No scars to your beautiful
We're stars and we're beautiful
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh
And you don't have to change a thing
The world could change its heart
No scars to your beautiful
We're stars and we're beautiful
She has dreams to be an envy, so she's starving
You know, covergirls eat nothing
She says, beauty is pain and there's beauty in everything
What's a little bit of hunger?
I could go a little while longer, she fades away
She don't see her perfect
She don't understand she's worth it
Or that beauty goes deeper than the surface
Oh-oh, oh-oh
So to all the girls that's hurting
Let me be your mirror
Help you see a little bit clearer
The light that shines within
There's a hope that's waiting for you in the dark
You should know you're beautiful just the way you are
And you don't have to change a thing
The world could change its heart
No scars to your beautiful
We're stars and we're beautiful
Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
And you don't have to change a thing
The world could change its heart
No scars to your beautiful
We're stars and we're beautiful
No better you than the you that you are
(No better you than the you that you are)
No better life than the life we're living
(No better life than the life we're living)
No better time for your shine, you're a star
(No better time for your shine, you're a star)
Oh, you're beautiful, oh, you're beautiful
There's a hope that's waiting for you in the dark
You should know you're beautiful just the way you are
And you don't have to change a thing
The world could change its heart
No scars to your beautiful
We're stars and we're beautiful
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
And you don't have to change a thing
The world could change its heart
No scars to your beautiful
We're stars and we're beautiful
@kiyaaa222
ALESSIA IS LITERALLY SINGING SOME SENCE INTO THIS SOCIETY.
@luisgarcia2752
+Memphianlion .Media (DTerrell) sheesh be nice buddy.
@HaleyVeitch
+Robloxox Gal YEAH I KNOW RIGHT!!!!! I keep telling my friend Savannah that she is beautiful because she keeps saying that she's ugly and nobody likes her and she will never get a boyfriend and her crush will never like her.
@LondonsPointOfView1
+Memphianlion .Media (DTerrell) I thought the same thing. How can one comment about "sense" yet they don't even have the decency to spell the word correctly.
@kiyaaa222
no comment. I was typing fast.
@LondonsPointOfView1
Robloxox Gal Yeah because "S" and "C" are right next to each other on the keyboard. Nice try.
@alifiarahma2636
I just want to say "Thank you, Alessia"
You've helped me through every dark past I had. I always feel insecure about my presence, a lot of people mocking my face, my body, my voice even. But from you, from this song, I know I am beautiful no matter what 🤗
@foreverbulletproofarmy2833
Exactly, you are beautiful! Don't let people get you down, you are amazing ❤️
@julivelazquez7134
You are amazing and beautiful sweetie♡ Never forget that!<3
@samanthabassi85
🫂🤍🫂