Chloe Magazine: What was your thought process behind‘ Getaway Car’? Alyssa Micaela: I wrote Getaway Car with Jesse Walker and Derrick Southerland. We wrote it the summer I turned 20 and literally everyone I knew was getting married and having babies! I was like,“ What’ s the rush y’ all?!” Ha! I just wasn’ t at that point in my life yet. It’ s a fun, light-hearted song and it’ s been really fun to see the amount of people who relate to it.
Chloe Magazine: What inspires you today about country music? Alyssa Micaela: The fans inspire me! As a fan myself, their love of country music excites and motivates me to keep writing. Country lyrics have so much truth and I love that I get to tell my story to the listeners.
Chloe Magazine: What kind of changes have you seen in your life after the success of your hit single and your EP? Alyssa Micaela: Getaway Car and the rest of the EP have opened up a lot doors for me! I’ m getting to open for some of my idols and meet fans that identify with the music. It has also opened a lot of doors for great cowrites as well which I am so thankful for. country lyrics have so much truth and i love that i get to tell my story to the listeners.
Chloe Magazine: How do you prep for a show? Do you have any special routines? Alyssa Micaela: It varies show to show. Sometimes I have time to chill, have a drink and take my time getting ready. Other times I have 15 minutes to put clothes and makeup on! No matter what though I am always excited to step on stage and interact with the crowd.
Chloe Magazine: What can we expect to see from you next? Alyssa Micaela: More new music!