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Karisna performing pop and R&B music, New York City

Karisna is a 22-year-old singer-songwriter, born and raised in Hong Kong before relocating to New York City. A recent graduate of the acclaimed Clive Davis Institute at NYU, she brings a globally informed perspective to her genre-blending sound — fusing pop, R&B, house, and country influences into music that’s emotionally rich and sonically bold.

Her songs thrive on emotional contrast — often beginning in vulnerability and building toward strength. With cinematic production, intimate storytelling, and explosive vocals, Karisna crafts tracks that feel like turning points in a coming-of-age film. Whether she’s delivering a quiet confession or a powerhouse chorus, her music invites listeners into a space of clarity, catharsis, and release.

Her singles “Love Alive” and “Down Bad” earned playlist placements on Spotify’s R&B Late Night Drive, while her house-inspired track “Often” was featured on Black Coffee’s official playlist and gained support across the house scene — a testament to her versatility and cross-genre appeal.

For those navigating love, loss, growth, or just looking to feel something real, Karisna’s music offers the perfect balance of glamour, grit, and emotional truth.

Karisna performing pop and R&B music, New York City

Karisna is a 22-year-old singer-songwriter, born and raised in Hong Kong before relocating to New York City. A recent graduate of the acclaimed Clive Davis Institute at NYU, she brings a globally informed perspective to her genre-blending sound — fusing pop, R&B, house, and country influences into music that’s emotionally rich and sonically bold.

Her songs thrive on emotional contrast — often beginning in vulnerability and building toward strength. With cinematic production, intimate storytelling, and explosive vocals, Karisna crafts tracks that feel like turning points in a coming-of-age film. Whether she’s delivering a quiet confession or a powerhouse chorus, her music invites listeners into a space of clarity, catharsis, and release.

Her singles “Love Alive” and “Down Bad” earned playlist placements on Spotify’s R&B Late Night Drive, while her house-inspired track “Often” was featured on Black Coffee’s official playlist and gained support across the house scene — a testament to her versatility and cross-genre appeal.

For those navigating love, loss, growth, or just looking to feel something real, Karisna’s music offers the perfect balance of glamour, grit, and emotional truth.