Background
Michaels was born in Davenport, Iowa but moved to Santa Clarita, California, north of Los Angeles, with her family.
Michaels was born in Davenport, Iowa but moved to Santa Clarita, California, north of Los Angeles, with her family.
She has collaborated with major artists, such as Gwen Stefani, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Little Mix, Zedd, Justin Bieber, Jason Derulo, Kelly Clarkson and Britney Spears. She began singing at age 12. In her late teens, she met songwriters Joleen Belle and Lindy Robbins, with whom she wrote "Fire Starter" for Demi Lovato and "Mission Movin" On" for Fifth Harmony.
Michaels has said her inspirations include Fiona Apple, Lisa Mitchell, Laura Marling, Missy Higgins, Paramore, Juliet Simms, Sarah Blasko, and The Fray.