LA pop songwriter Alexa Cappelli has shared her new single & video “Body Language,” available to stream now on YouTube and all DSPs worldwide. 

The song will be featured on her new EP Confused @ 22, out 2/22/22. To support the single, Alexa will perform a headlining show at El Cid in Los Angeles on January 27th. Tickets + other info can be found HERE.

“The song is about getting to know someone in every possible way except for in person,” says Cappelli on the track. “It could be a long distance fling, or a new someone you meet online. They call and say all the right things, but in the heat of the spark, you remember they don’t actually know the real you. 

This song is a fun take on the idea to not judge a book by its cover, or even the preface for that matter. Good intentions are important for romantic relationships, but so is having a safe, accepting, and fun physical presence. How can you know when you haven’t spent much time in the same room?”

Alexa Cappelli was raised in Southern California. She first fell in love with music when she started taking voice lessons at the age of 7. For the next several years, she continued to develop her vocal ability while learning to play guitar and piano, writing songs and performing. 

After her senior year of high school, she began answering the questions of who she wanted to be as an artist with influence. Alexa released her first EP in 2019 which started her journey in pop music. Her next few singles, with favorites including “Forbidden” and “SAY SOMETHING,” gained traction through Alexa’s TikTok and social media presence. 

With a heart for connection, she loves when music does what it was made for and brings people together. Alexa continues to write and create music that speaks truth through lyrics and love through melodies.

Tell us about the genesis of Alexa Cappelli.How did you get to where you are now?

I’ve been singing for as long as I can remember. From home town musicals to local & global voice competitions. I’ve always loved telling stories on stage and now as a songwriter, I am able to do that in my own way. I love when music does what it was made for and brings people together in every way. Social media makes it easy to connect with so many of my listeners and new friends and I can’t wait to keep growing as an artist and with them. 

What should a song or piece of art communicate in your opinion? 

I think art is best when it expresses authenticity. People/listeners are much better at gaging that than a lot of creatives give them credit for. 

Who were your top 3 artists last year?

Julia Michaels, Taylor Swift, The Band Camino 

What do you do when you’re feeling uninspired?

I’m not perfect but I like to journal and write out my thoughts. When an idea comes I like to just jot it down & run with it before I forget. 

Favorite movie or TV show?

My all time favorite movie is the original Jumanji, my favorite TV show right now is New Girl. 

Tell us about your new EP and how it came together.

I’ve written so many songs and worked with quite a handful of wonderful writers and producers. These songs came together at a recent point in my life where I was beginning to be a little more honest with myself. Realizing places where I’ve been afraid to rock the boat or to look foolish, and writing songs that express that while simultaneously denying it AND trying to change it at the same time has been quite the challenge. These songs are what came after accepting my past choices and the lack there of. 

What is something you would want to change in the music and entertainment industry?

I would continue the conversation around raising songwriters compensation. If it weren’t for them, we wouldn’t have all the amazing music we have in the first place. 

Who inspires your style and aesthetics?

I have always been the one to underdress, so when I put in the effort to have a *pop star* moment, it is always fun to pull inspiration from Dua Lipa, and Anne Marie, but with a level of comfort similar to Sigrid. 

What is the achievement or moment in your career you are the most proud of and why?

I don’t think I can pinpoint a certain place, but starting my career is probably the one with the most weight. I very well could’ve called myself crazy for wanting to do music full time but it’s been a journey every day and I’m proud of how far I’ve come. 

Do you have any regrets?

Though I wouldn’t change anything looking back, my only regrets revolve around not going for things I could’ve either succeeded at or learned from had I just given myself the chance to. 

What is some piece of advice you would give to yourself right now?

Baby progress is still progress.