Jalisa Rey

**Jalisa Rey** is a rising **R&B/Soul artist** from **Paterson, New Jersey**, born January 5, 1996. With Puerto Rican roots, Jalisa moved to Los Angeles on her own after high school to pursue music, a bold decision that eventually led to her signing with D&G/SRG/ILS/Universal. Her music blends traditional R&B with contemporary production and electronic elements, creating a distinctive sound often compared to Jhene Aiko for her soft tone and clever wordplay. Since launching her career, Jalisa has released several successful projects including her debut EP "So Personal" (2023) and sophomore EP "Mixy" (2023), along with hit singles like "True Colors," "It Ain't Fair," and "U Ain't Shit"—the latter earning LA Weekly's "In Rotation Song of The Week." Her music explores themes of love, vulnerability, independence, and personal growth, with raw, honest lyrics that reflect her life experiences and inspire listeners to pursue their dreams despite self-doubt.