Get To Know: Gabriella Stella

December 3, 2022 Ivy Sandoval

If you’re looking for new music, look no further than Gabriella Stella. The rising 23-year-old pop singer dropped her latest single “r.i.p (dead 2 me)” last month and we had a chance to talk all about it. Check out our interview below!

How did you start in music? Did you always know you wanted to pursue it?
STELLA: I started singing before I could even really talk. Music just felt like it was something I was meant to do. I was obsessed with Hannah Montana and studied her as much as I could. I signed up for my school’s talent show and the rest is history. I started taking dance lessons, acting lessons, stage performance, and anything to hone my craft.

Any specific artists you take inspiration from?
STELLA: I love the sounds of Nessa Barrett, Olivia Rodrigo, Demi Lovato, and Miley Cyrus. I am a huge fan of this pop punk vibe. I love to find underground artists as well before they hit mainstream radio.

This new breakup anthem “R.I.P (Dead 2 Me)”, was it inspired by true love events?” What’s the story behind it?
STELLA: The story behind is my relationship with my father. Sometimes you have to get rid of a toxic relationship in order to heal. I wanted to open up about the idea of letting go of a toxic relationship and letting it die. Who knows maybe one day I can resurrect our relationship from the ashes.

What can we expect from you in the future?
STELLA: You should expect new music that makes you want to dance while crying. I want my lyrics to be dark but have a “Sour” by Olivia Rodrigo vibe. I have been working on my songwriting a ton during the pandemic. I wanted to come out and be the most vulnerable songwriter I have ever been.

What do you hope to say to fans/listeners with your music?
STELLA: I hope my fans and listeners don’t ever feel alone when they listen to my music. Music has always been that friend for me, when I didn’t really have any. Music made me feel seen when all I wanted to do was hide. So if I could touch anyone with my music, and help them see that they aren’t alone. I would have done my job as a musician.

Who would be your dream artist to tour with?
STELLA: Hands down Miley Cyrus or Demi Lovato, have always respected them for everything they have released. I love the transformation from the pop Miley to this rock era Miley. Demi is just embracing their rock vibe and going back to their roots.

As a fellow Texan I have to know, Whataburger or In-N-Out?
STELLA: Hmm.. Whataburger! I am vegan now ;but Whataburger was the place to be at after a football game or anything late at night.

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Ivy Sandoval

Contributing Writer at Beyond The Stage Magazine

Ivy Sandoval is one of Beyond the Stage's Contributing Writers and has been with the publication since April 2019. She is currently a senior majoring in Journalism at Texas State University. She is also a Life and Arts Reporter for her university newspaper, as well as a Contributing Writer for a popular culture and music content based publication. When she isn't busy with school or writing, you can find her at concerts, traveling or just watching Netflix. Her favorite bands and artists include Shawn Mendes, Harry Styles, Bazzi and Why Don't We