Issa Rodriguez

In the artist’s words: Describe one of your earliest musical memories in detail. I wrote my first song when I was in 4th grade because I couldn't find the perfect song for the message we had to give at an outreach. Haven't stopped writing since! What are your top 3 all-time favorite albums on Apple Music, and why? Why did you choose these three albums in particular? Jacob Collier, Djesse Vol. 4 Jason Mraz, Yes! Up Dharma Down, Capacities I love the freedom in Jacob Collier's Djesse Vol. 4, as much as I love Jacob's musical genius, I also love how he's not boxed by genres. Capacities by Up Dharma Down gives me all the feels, and I love the songwriting of Jason Mraz. Find a song of yours on Apple Music that you love and tell us what makes it special. Tell us why you chose this song. “Little me” 'little me' is a song I wrote about life's circumstances forcing me to grow up too fast, and the resolve to live a little more freely and to take things one day at a time. I wanted to create something that we could have fun with! What’s one of the most memorable moments in your career so far? Winning an Awit Award for Best Christmas Recording was not on my radar; I was honored to just be nominated, but when they called my name, I just felt like it was a nudge to keep going and to keep creating. Honestly still can't believe it!