Born in Mississauga, Ontario, she wrote poetry and did theater at a young age. At age 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 in July 2014, at the age of 18. Cara released her debut single, "Here", in April 2015. It was described as "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 entitled 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".
Her fourth album Love & Hyperbole is set to release on February 14, 2025, with the first single "Dead Man" released July 2024, and a second single "(Isn’t It) Obvious" released October 2024.
My Song
Alessia Cara Lyrics
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These empty rooms spin, and I embrace the flaws of being human
The black and white, and sometimes the greys that stay for days
The in-between times, the meantimes that make this song of life sing
Play, rest, repeat, read exactly what is written on the sheet
"Don't deviate," they say
But I will play what's best for me
I'll press the keys and pull the strings, create a symphony that's mine
And I'll spend my life penning my song, my song
And the verses I write will speak for me
Good girls don't make history
So I may never be what you assume (it's my song)
Don't want your hooks or auto-tune (it's my song)
If I'm off-key then that's alright with me (it's my song)
Oh, and maybe you will learn this when I'm gone (it's my song)
My song will carry on
Let go, I let my voice be heard, then listen for the echo
My own reverb is playing 'cause I'm a movement
There's dissonance, sometimes I make mistakes
Oh, I'm human after all, I'm not your expectations
But play, rest, repeat, that's what they ask of me
Just stick to this melody and stay between the lines
But I'll play what's best for me
I'll ring the bells and crash the cymbals, my harmonious design
And I'll spend my life penning my song, my song
And the verse I write will speak for me
Good girls don't make history
So I may never be what you assume (it's my song)
Don't want your hooks or auto-tune (it's my song)
If I'm off-key then that's alright with me (it's my song)
Oh, and maybe you will learn this when I'm gone (it's my song)My song will carry on
In my time here, I wanna be revered and remembered
Oh, let them say I came, I conquered
So I won't fear and I can't blend in
You can't replace me and you cannot erase me
'Cause my song will live on beyond time
And I'll spend my life penning my song, my song
And the verses I write will speak for me (it's my song)
Good girls don't make history (it's my song)
So I may never be what you assume (it's my song)
Don't want your hooks or auto-tune
If I'm off-key then that's alright with me
Oh, and maybe you will learn this when I'm gone
My song will carry on
And I'll spend my life (my life) penning my song (my song) my song (my song)
And the verse I write will speak for me
Good girls don't make history
So I may never be what you assume
Don't want your hooks or auto-tune
If I'm off-key then that's alright with me
Oh, and maybe you will learn this when I'm gone
My song will carry on
The lyrics to "My Song" by Alessia Cara speak to the artist's desire to make music on her own terms, without being limited by the expectations or limitations placed on her by others. The opening lines, "Tune in to find my peace and solitude, these empty rooms spin, and I embrace the flaws of being human," suggest that Cara finds solace in her art, and that she is willing to explore the many different shades of gray that make up the human experience. She then goes on to describe how she creates her music, emphasizing her own individuality and unique perspective. "Don't deviate," they say, but she will play what's best for her, regardless of what others may think.
Cara also touches on the idea of staying true to oneself, and not compromising one's artistic vision in order to appease others. She sings, "Good girls don't make history, so I may never be what you assume. Don't want your hooks or auto-tune, if I'm off-key then that's alright with me." By rejecting the expectations placed on her, Cara is able to create something that is truly her own, and that ultimately carries her message to the world.
Overall, "My Song" is a powerful anthem for anyone who has ever felt like they couldn't truly express themselves through their art, or who has struggled to break free of the limitations that others have placed on them. It speaks to a universal truth that music can be both personal and powerful, and that the way we choose to create and share our art is just as important as the art itself.
Line by Line Meaning
Tune in to find my peace and solitude
I find peace and comfort in music.
These empty rooms spin, and I embrace the flaws of being human
I feel alive when I make music even if I'm imperfect and in empty spaces.
The black and white, and sometimes the greys that stay for days
Life is not straightforward and sometimes it's hard to navigate.
The in-between times, the meantimes that make this song of life sing
It's the ups and downs of life that inspire me and make me create music.
Play, rest, repeat, read exactly what is written on the sheet
People want me to stick to a certain formula when I make music.
"Don't deviate," they say
They want me to conform to their expectations and not be unique.
But I will play what's best for me
I will make the music that feels right for me and not what others dictate.
I'll press the keys and pull the strings, create a symphony that's mine
I will create something beautiful and unique that reflects me and my artistry.
And the verses I write will speak for me
My music will express my thoughts, feelings, and ideas for me.
Good girls don't make history
I want to be remembered and make a difference by being true to myself.
So I may never be what you assume (it's my song)
I won't fit into people's expectations or follow their rules. This is my music, my way.
Don't want your hooks or auto-tune (it's my song)
I don't want to follow the trend just to be famous or successful. It's not about commercial success, but about the art.
If I'm off-key then that's alright with me (it's my song)
I don't mind being different or having flaws, that's what makes me unique.
Oh, and maybe you will learn this when I'm gone (it's my song)
In the end, people will listen to my music and understand that it was me all along, and that's how I want to be remembered.
My song will carry on
My music will live beyond my time and continue speaking for me.
In my time here, I wanna be revered and remembered
I want to make an impact and be remembered for my music.
Oh, let them say I came, I conquered
I want to leave a mark and be known for my achievements and success.
So I won't fear and I can't blend in
I won't be afraid of standing out or being different. I won't blend in with the crowd just to fit in.
You can't replace me and you cannot erase me
My music and my identity are unique, and nobody can replace or erase them.
And the verse I write will speak for me
My music will always represent me and speak for what I stand for.
My song will carry on
My music and legacy will continue even after I'm gone.
And I'll spend my life (my life) penning my song (my song) my song (my song)
I will dedicate my life to making music that reflects me and my creativity.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BJOERN MIKAEL LINDHOLM HALLBERG, PER EKLUND, ALESSIA CARACCIOLO, FREDRIK ODESJO, COLERIDGE GARDNER TILLMAN
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@kimone6831
And I'll spend my life penning my song, my song.
And the verses I write will speak for me,
Good girls don't make history.
So I may never be what you assume,
Don't want your hooks or auto-tune.
If I'm off-key then that's alright with me.
Oh and maybe you will learn this when I'm gone,
My song will carry on...
Best. Chorus. Ever. She's so talented.
@WilhelmC
Lyrics
Tune in to find my peace and solitude
These empty rooms spin, and I embrace the flaws of being human
The black and white
And sometimes the greys that stay for days
The in between times
The meantime that make this song of life sing
Play, rest, repeat, read exactly what is written on the sheet
"Don't deviate" they say
But I will play what's best for me
I'll press the keys and pull the strings
Create a symphony that's mine
And I'll spend my life penning my song, my song
And the verses I write will speak for me
Good girls don't make history
So I may never be what you assume
Don't want your hooks or auto-tune
If I'm off-key, then that's alright with me
Oh, and maybe you will learn this when I'm gone
My song will carry on
Let go
I let my voice be heard, then listen for the echo
My own reverb is playing
'Cause I'm a movement
There's dissonance, sometimes I make mistakes
Oh, I'm human after all, I'm not your expectations
But play, rest, repeat, that's what they ask of me
Just stick to this melody and stay between the lines
But I'll play what's best for me
I'll ring the bells and crash the symbols
My harmonious design
And I'll spend my life penning my song, my song
And the verses I write will speak for me
Good girls don't make history
So I may never be what you assume
Don't want your hooks or auto-tune
If I'm off-key, then that's alright with me
Oh, and maybe you will learn this when I'm gone
My song will carry on
In my time here, I wanna be revered and remembered
Oh, let 'em say I came, I conquered
So I won't fear, and I can't blend in
You can't replace me and you cannot erase me
'Cause my song will live on beyond time
And I'll spend my life penning my song, my song
And the verses I write will speak for me
Good girls don't make history
So I may never be what you assume
Don't want your hooks or auto-tune
If I'm off-key, then that's alright with me
Oh, and maybe you will learn this when I'm gone
My song will carry on
And I'll spend my life penning my song, my song
And the verses I write will speak for me
Good girls don't make history
So I may never be what you assume
Don't want your hooks or auto-tune
If I'm off-key, then that's alright with me
Oh, and maybe you will learn this when I'm gone
My song will carry on
@mnchbntll1477
I'll never get tired listening to Alessia Cara 's songs
@abigailspencer6098
this song is like a rebellious campaign against every rule of the music industry.
@naiiiim
There is literally NOT ONE bad song on this album, and the chorus of this one is LIFE!!!
She's like Tori Kelly, Christina Perri and Sia all together. AND I LOVE IT.
@13DkDon
with a touch of Amy Winehouse
@naiiiim
13DkDon OMG YES!!!
@Stallligalllli
Holy shit accurate 🙏🏽
@Vinny52300
+Naim Hastings But really, she's unique af. I've never heard someone any better than her! SHE'S THE BEST I'VE EVER HEARD HONESTLY! Don't label her like that. Don't compare her to those mainstream ppl.
@13DkDon
Kevin Rivas The way she is like other people makes her unique
@TaurusVibes
"I embrace the flaws of being human" I love that so muc
@alexiswhite4007
love this song