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A true country girl, Alyssa was born and raised in Odessa—a West
Texas oil town known for its strong country roots—and although
she now lives in Nashville, her small-town charm is something that
still lends itself to her vivacious personality. Her journey from shy
kid to successful artist (she garnered over 3 million Spotify plays
in less than month for Getaway Car) has been an exhilarating one.
But as she says, everyone’s journey is different and that’s
why she doesn’t compare herself to others. Come on—
she’s gorgeous, talented, and has a good head on her
shoulders? We’ll take it! We chatted with the sassy singer
about her attitude-filled lyrics, the inspiration behind her
music and her fiery success.
Chloe Magazine: How did growing up in West Texas
help shape your love of country?
Alyssa Micaela: Country music is huge there! I’ve grown
up listening to it and always loved it because the lyrics say
something and I identify with them. My grandpa was a
real cowboy and he loved to dance. Some of my favourite
childhood memories are dancing in the kitchen with him
to his favourite country songs. My song “Cowboys Like
That” is about him.
Chloe Magazine: What was your biggest influence to
start singing professionally?
Alyssa Micaela: Aside from my love of country music, I
grew up listening to Selena. I idolized her—and still do!
I loved to sing along to her music. (Como la florrrrrr!) I
was also really shy when I was younger so my mom made
me join an after school group at my elementary. We sang
and danced and put on a couple of shows throughout
the school year. I remember being terrified but once I
realized how fun it was to sing in front of people, I loved
the attention and came out of my shell.
Chloe Magazine: Your lyrics are really fun and
sassy. What has the reaction been like to your songs?
Alyssa Micaela: Thanks! Luckily people have a sense of
humor and have reacted really well. I think my lyrics are
very real which makes them easy for people to relate to.
[My songs] sound like a hot tamale!
‘Some of my favourite
childhood memories
are dancing in the
kitchen with him to
his favourite country
songs. My song
“Cowboys Like That”
is about him. ‘