"I’ve been singing and playing piano since I was three," says Karina. "My babysitter had a piano, and she started teaching me how to play. It wasn’t until a year later that I began getting professional lessons." While some have been quick to compare Karina Pasian to other performers including Aaliyah, Alicia Keys and Mariah Carey, one listen to her self-assured debut disc is evidence enough that she is destined for success.
Karina remembers the first time she sang in front of an audience. "I sang Céline Dion’s ’My Heart Will Go On’ at a talent show. I was kind of nervous, but the audience loved it."
From that point, there was no denying that music would be her life. A few years later, after using the Prince-penned ballad "How Come U Don’t Call" for an audition, Karina Pasian was cast on a revamped version of Star Search. "That was such a wonderful experience," says Karina, who won the first round of the competition with a rousing version of the Jackson Five classic "I’ll Be There."
Working with an array of songwriters, producers and artists that include The Dream, Tricky Stewart, Gordon Chambers, Chris Brown, Carlos McKinnney, Lil Mama and others, Karina proves to be a breath of fresh soul. "I’ve recorded over 70 songs in the last two years," Karina says. "It was a period of real growth for me as I learned to focus and stay consistent."
Karina Pasian’s godfather, famed producer and businessman Quincy Jones, has also been a guardian angel for the young singer. In addition to giving her advice, the maestro included her in the "We Are the Future" charity concert in 2006. Considering the talents Jones has worked with, from Frank Sinatra and Sarah Vaughan to Michael Jackson and Tamia, she is in good company. "I know I’m blessed to have someone like Quincy in my corner," she says.
A fan who embraces all forms of music, from the stylish pop of Brandy to old school jazz greats, Karina performed the standard "Misty" when she was at the White House last year. "Emilio Estefan, who has been a friend of my family for years, helped to put the show together, and invited me to be a part of it," says Karina. "Later, my brother told me that I was the first Dominican to play at the White House, and that made me very proud." Studying music and voice at High School for the Professional Performing Arts, the Washington Heights native was more than prepared for any challenges that arose in the studio. "I was blessed to have some pretty amazing teachers who prepared me well," she says sweetly. Refusing to fall into any cliché, Karina Pasian has recorded an album that is a reflection of her age and independent point of view.
Karina Pasian’s song "Sixteen" is a song of independence and admiration. "Ain’t no daddy’s where I’m from, its just mad mothers…why am I disrespected by someone I should call brother," she sings in a pristine voice. "I wanted to do a song about what teenager girls go through in urban areas. It’s not cool that boys think they’re being cute when they say nasty stuff to us on the street." Written and produced by The Dream and Tricky Stewart, best known for their work with Rihanna’s "Umbrella" and Madonna’s "Me Against the Music," the song "Sixteen" reminds one of vintage Brill Building girls like the Crystals or Little Eva with an electro-groove.
Another Tricky Stewart and The Dream track that will leave fans breathless is "Baby Baby," an uptempo song that is destined to be a dancefloor scorcher. "Though this is a fun song, it’s not just a party song," says Karina "It’s about guys who simply see young women as sex objects, but I refuse to be that girl." Indeed, like Aretha Franklin, she simply wants some respect. Sharing the mic with rapper Lil Mama ("Lip Gloss" & "Shawty Get Loose"), the two young stars connected in the studio. "Lil Mama was so cool, but it was her confidence in the booth that was really exciting."
Produced and written by Carlos McKinney, the sing-songy "Can’t Find the Words" embraces elements of jazz and pop while simultaneously creating a whimsical track that sounds like nothing else of the radio. Additionally, Karina’s favorite song "Winner," which highlights her elegant piano (her light touch on the keyboard reminds one of Erroll Garner) playing, is laidback and uplifting.
A beautiful young woman with more musical moxy than most sixteen year olds, Karina Pasian has constructed one of the finest debut discs in years. Melancholic and truthful, funky and real, blissful and bold, Karina’s album is the sound of a better tomorrow.
Love Is
Karina Pasian Lyrics
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The greatest story ever told
The missing piece that'll make me whole
How sun illuminates the cold
Feels like ya flying feet on the ground
The pain is dying cause you're around
Like nothing I came before was real
And I'll tell the world that I'm your girl
And nothing can ever come between us, no
Being with you makes me feel good
Could this be everything I've dreamed of
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
The flash of light in the darkest night
The feeling that everything's alright
A mystery that no one can solve
A helping hand to get through it all
It's like a dream you don't wanna end
Like throwing caution to the wind
Until we end, I will love you still
Cause baby that's how you make me feel
And I'll tell the world that I'm your girl
And nothing can ever come between us, no
Being with you makes me feel good
Could this be everything I've dreamed of
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
Searched my whole life trying to find
Someone to bare witness to this thing they call life
I'm finally ready
You've introduced me to love
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
That's what love is (love), That's what love is (love)
That's what love is (love), I know you felt this
That's what love is (love), I know you felt this
That's what love is (love), I get this feeling every time you come around
That's what love is (love),
That's what love is (love), I know you felt this
That's what love is (love), I know you felt this
That's what love is (love), Feels like I'm flying with my feet on the ground
That's what love is (love),
Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh
Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh
Feels like I'm flying with my feet on the ground
Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh
Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh
Feels like, feels like I'm flying with my feet on the ground
In Karina Pasian's song "Love Is," the lyrics express the powerful and transformative nature of love. The song portrays love as a window to the soul and the greatest story ever told. It is described as the missing piece that completes a person and brings warmth and light to their life, even in the coldest of times. Love is portrayed as a feeling that makes one feel like they are flying with their feet on the ground, a sensation that transcends pain and makes everything that came before feel insignificant. The lyrics emphasize the depth and significance of the love experienced, with the singer declaring to the world that they are committed to their partner and that nothing can come between them.
The song highlights the various aspects and qualities of love. It is compared to a flash of light in the darkest night, providing a sense of security and peace. Love is described as a mystery that cannot be solved and a guiding hand that helps one navigate through life's challenges. It is portrayed as a dream that one does not want to end, where caution is abandoned in favor of embracing the overwhelming emotions and possibilities love brings. The lyrics convey the singer's unwavering commitment and readiness to love their partner forever.
Overall, "Love Is" portrays love as an all-encompassing and transformative force in one's life. It brings joy, fulfillment, and a sense of completeness. The lyrics celebrate the beauty and magic of love, expressing the singer's realization that they have found someone who truly understands and witnesses their journey through life.
Line by Line Meaning
It's like a window to my soul
Love allows someone to see deep into my innermost being
The greatest story ever told
Love is the most incredible and captivating tale
The missing piece that'll make me whole
Love is the element that completes and fulfills me
How sun illuminates the cold
Love brings warmth and light to the coldest moments in life
Feels like ya flying feet on the ground
Love gives a sense of euphoria and weightlessness, even in reality
The pain is dying cause you're around
Love diminishes the presence of pain when you're present
Like nothing I came before was real
Love makes everything that came before seem insignificant and unreal
Well baby that's how you make me feel
You, my love, are the source of these incredible emotions
And I'll tell the world that I'm your girl
I proudly proclaim to everyone that I belong to you
And nothing can ever come between us, no
Nothing can ever disrupt or damage our love
Being with you makes me feel good
Being in your presence brings me immense joy and happiness
Could this be everything I've dreamed of
Is this the realization of all my hopes and desires?
The flash of light in the darkest night
Love is like a sudden burst of brightness in the darkest moments
The feeling that everything's alright
Love imparts a sense of peace and reassurance
A mystery that no one can solve
Love is an enigma that cannot be fully understood by others
A helping hand to get through it all
Love provides support and guidance to overcome any challenges
It's like a dream you don't wanna end
Love feels like a dream that you never want to wake up from
Like throwing caution to the wind
Love is about taking risks and disregarding caution
Until we end, I will love you still
I will continue to love you until the end
Cause baby that's how you make me feel
Because, my love, you evoke such intense emotions within me
Searched my whole life trying to find
I spent my entire life looking for someone
Someone to bare witness to this thing they call life
Someone to share and experience life with
I'm finally ready
I am now prepared for love
You've introduced me to love
You have brought love into my life
That's what love is
This is the essence and definition of love
I know you felt this
I am aware that you have also experienced these feelings
Feels like I'm flying with my feet on the ground
Love makes me feel exhilarated and grounded simultaneously
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DC javv
memories is all i can say lol
Cédtavious Hernandez
Yes
Jesseca Anne
i love this song :) reminds me of me & my bae <3
Janna Ohrstrom
i love all of karinas songs!!! ♥♥♥
Nicole Howie
i love almost all of her songs so far im REALLY lovin: slow motion cant find the words. 16 @ war cry and the love we got. omg i just love how talented she is.
Jermaine Hernández
The Memories I get when I listen to this song... #LoveIs 💙
Cédtavious Hernandez
Me too
CodexPVE
awesome song, my girlfriend told me to listen to this telling me it was about me and her :) made me so happy xxx
omfgitsjbaby
Love this song
chela baker
she has such a beautiful voice!! (: wish i could sing as good as her,,i sing but i needa work more with my voice[: