Every now and then, a new artist comes along who seems to effortlessly capture the imagination. Singer/songwriter Alyssa Bernal, a relatable girl with an unforgettable voice, is just that artist for a new generation. Alyssa was your everyday American teenager, busy with classes and cheerleading practice, when her heartfelt, acoustic YouTube clips caught the eye of superstar producer Pharrell Williams. Fast-forward a year later, and her debut album from Star Trak Entertainment is about to bring a much-needed breath of fresh air to the pop landscape.

1. How would you describe your fashion sense?
I usually just wear whatever I'm comfortable in, but I'm drawn to the vintage and hipster style clothing stores like Forever 21 and Urban Outfitters.

2. People mistake you for:
Vanessa Hudgens, and Being Filipina (I'm hispanic)

3. Oddest thing to happen to you?
I haven't really had an odd experience yet! But I'm sure will experience plenty in the future..

4. Best Snack:
Bumblebee Tuna!!

5. Jump or Skip?
Skip.

6. Favorite way to travel?
Probably on a bus, with my closest friends.

7. Museum or theater?
Museums! They give me time to think.

8. Song that always gets stuck in your head?
That McDonalds song! (Pada pa pa pa, I'm lovin' it.)

9. Most comforting place:
My bedroom!

10. On your upcoming album will there be any covers that you performed YouTube?
Nope, all originals!