Will she find the love she needs to drive her loneliness away?
From winning the Rising Star competition at the CNE Bandshell to her illustrious collaborations with industry luminaries like Tom Wilson and Lori Yates, Burlington’s Charissa has long seemed destined for big things.
Captivated in her youth by legendary artists like Stevie Nicks, Queen, and Whitney Houston, Charissa would soon find that her innocent musical passions would become the start of something truly special. As she continues to capture hearts one heartfelt release at a time, you’ll want to keep an eye on this rising star.
Marching to the beat of her own drum at all times, one thing Charissa refuses to do is compromise on her artistic vision. She puts every fiber of her artistic being into her releases, continuously pushing to improve and perfect her skills. Shockingly transparent, Charissa’s lyrics bare all. She covers topics like love, heartbreak, and pain, channeling her powerful vocals and ear for melodies to bring you captivating releases that impress both with their sound and artistic depth.
Charissa’s latest release, “Lonely Lately,” feels like an immersive, emotional, Americana-inspired journey of musical goodness. Co-written with the illustrious Chelsea McWilliams of The Redhill Valleys and impeccably produced by Tim Allard, a relaxing, guitar-led instrumental performance sets the stage for Charissa’s iconic vocals to steal the show. And steal the show she does, with lines like “But lord knows I’ll wait forever / Cause I’ve been lonely for your love” being delivered with breathtaking vocal depth and emotion that you feel in your bones and soul.
An enchanting testament to Charissa’s continued musical brilliance, “Lonely Lately” emerges as a poignant narrative of longing and introspection, a melodic testament to the universal ache of missing someone dear. Whenever you’re ready, tap in and stream Charissa’s new release “Lonely Lately,” out now on all majour streaming platforms.
Welcome to Buzz, Charissa! We loved “Lonely Lately.” What an emotionally gripping piece! We had to ask, what was the inspiration behind this release?
Thank you for having me, Buzz Music! I’m so proud of “Lonely Lately.” The truth is that at the time when I was writing this song with my co-writer, Chelsea McWilliams, I wasn’t really missing anyone, but I put myself in songwriter mode and thought about how I’d feel if I was missing someone.
It made me think about a past long-distance relationship when I was younger, so I just went with that feeling, and we ended up finishing the song that day. Thank you for seeing that fearless vulnerable songwriting, I feel like I wear my heart on my sleeve. My experiences are so important to me and my music, as I love to write about my own personal experiences.
What’s your favorite part of the creative process, and can you take us through the creative process for “Lonely Lately?”
My favorite part of the creative process is songwriting. I love songwriting sessions and how you can just pour your heart out. Recording it in the studio with Tim Allard and Chelsea McWilliams was an amazing experience. We spent a lot of time on the vocals, really trying to capture the emotion in the song. My favorite moment was when we started to record the choir like vocals and hand claps. We were sharing one mic and just pretending we were this massive choir, it was so much fun!
What do you enjoy the most about being able to make music and share it with your fans?
The thing I love most about making music is being honest and sharing my truth. The most meaningful part about it is the connections I make with people and hearing how a song makes them feel.
What does music mean to you, and what do you think is the most important quality for a musician to have?
To me, music is so healing. I love writing songs and letting my emotions out. It’s literally like therapy, but I also get to help others, too, I think, in some ways. I believe the most important qualities a musician can have are creativity, strength, and determination. You have to have a creative mind and a strong will to persevere through all the obstacles in today’s music industry to get your songs heard!
What’s next for Charissa, and is there anything you’d like to say to your fans?
Definitely more music! I’ve been working really hard in the studio on my overall sound and songwriting. I will be releasing a small EP, a collection of songs that are really special to me that I’m very proud of. To the fans, I just want to say a huge thank you for all the support and love you give me and I hope you love the new song! Thank you for having me Buzz!
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