It can be difficult for a young singer seeking to start a career, as well as gain a foothold in this field of activity, to find the right ways to realize her talent. Arlissa Ruppert, better known simply as Arlissa, managed to make creative contact with the famous rapper Nas. A joint song with which helped the girl gain recognition and fame.
An unusual model appearance plays an important role in the promotion of the young performer. She did not achieve a resounding success, but she is on the right track, and she also does what she wants in life in a leisurely rhythm.
Arlissa's childhood
Arlissa Ruppert was born on September 21, 1992. It happened in the German city of Hanau. Arliss has American and German roots. A little later, sister Lyrik was also born. Soon the Ruppert family moved to London. They settled in the Cristal Palace quarter. Here Arlissa spent most of her childhood.
Arlissa's interest in music
Arlissa has shown musical talent since childhood. But the parents tried not to focus on this fact, they did not develop their daughter's creative potential.
In adolescence, the girl listened to music with enthusiasm. She beautifully sang along, echoing her favorite performers, and began to compose songs on her own.
Attempts to enter the creative environment
During her high school years, Arlissa devoted much of her time to her passion for music. I tried to find ways to realize a dormant talent. She lost interest in standard curriculum subjects and became flighty and eccentric. The girl did her best to start a musical career.
This choice of profession met with disapproval from the mother. She tried her best to resist this, but her daughter resisted. As a result, a conflict broke out between them. Arlissa left home, completely cut off communication with her mother.
Positive shifts in career development
Despite the difficulties with her family, Arlissa did not stop making music. She still wrote songs and also worked in the studio with a group of like-minded people. In 2012, one of the members of the creative union, which included Arlissa, invited representatives of London Records to their studio. Hearing the performance of the singer, they, without hesitation, offered the girl a contract.
Later, representatives of the label brought the young singer together with Jay Z Roc Nation from America. They also signed a contract with the girl.
Collaboration with Nas
Shortly after signing the first contracts, Arlissa was able to move quickly.
Representatives of the label showed the song "Hard To Love Somebody", written by a girl to the Nas rapper. He was impressed by this material. He invited Arlissa to sing the song he liked with him.
In 2012, the duo recorded a single and also filmed a joint video. The track did not rise above 165 in the UK charts, but in November 2012 it was the song of the week on BBC Radio 1. Arlissa speaks positively about the collaboration with Nas, she received experience that helped her develop further.
Further musical activity
A year later, she recorded a couple of new independent singles. "Sticks & Stones" peaked at number 48 in the UK and also peaked at number 89 in Ireland. The second composition did not receive the attention of the public. This track did not chart but was featured in a Littlewoods commercial.
In 2013, the aspiring artist also recorded tracks with Wilkinson, P Money and Friction. The singer at the same time appeared in minor roles in the Crystal Fighters song, in the composition "Gue Pequeno". In 2013, Arlissa completed work with London Records, after which she immediately signed a contract with Capitol Records.
Getting into the BBC rankings
According to the results of the first works, Arlissa was recognized as a promising young talent. This was stated in the BBC Sound rating 2013. The singer did not please with any particularly bright breakthrough, but managed to draw attention to her person. Getting into the rating was a kind of PR for the performer.
Preparing to record the debut album
In 2014, Arlissa planned to release her debut album, but this did not happen. The singer posted a couple of new songs on Soundcloud, and also recorded a new single "Stay Up All Night" in collaboration with DJ Netsky from Belgium. The artist performed this song at the Reading Festival and SW4 events.
Appearance of Arlissa, work as a fashion model
The singer has a bright appearance. She has a tall stature, a slender body, a sensual face, not without zest. The girl often appears in public in provocative outfits, she is not afraid of attention to her own sexuality.
In addition to her musical career, she is engaged in the modeling business. The artist has a contract with Next Models London. The girl leads a measured lifestyle, not participating in a mass of events. She does not forget about self-promotion, often posting interesting photos and videos on social networks that illustrate her work and interests.
Arlissa: Oscar nomination
In 2018, the song "We Won't Move", which was used as the soundtrack for the film "The Hate U Give", was nominated for an Oscar. She did not receive the main award, but the fact fueled interest in Arlissa. The artist, in preparation for the event, often appeared in public performing this track.
