Eighteen-year-old pop singer-songwriter and guitarist Caly Pearse is making her formal debut as a budding talent with the release of the music video for her latest single, “One You Won’t Forget.” With Madison Beer meets Ariana Grande-style vocals, the New Orleans native has launched for herself a promising trajectory.

Discovered by songwriter and Lexcann Records founder Alexis Cannon, Caly Pearse recently came to the attention of Raj Smoove — one of New Orleans’ busiest DJs and producers. Together, Lexcann Records and Raj Smoove’s Parkview Records launched a joint venture to bring Caly’s talents to the world. “When Caly sang live in front of me and my partner Justen, we just looked at each other in awe,” says Raj Smoove. Taken aback by her star power, which he describes as a mix of Dua Lipa and Duffy, Raj Smoove will produce future singles for Caly Pearse, all of which are slated for release in the first half of 2021. “I am so excited to be working with her because she has been pushing me as a producer,” says Raj.

Directed by Jeremy Cannon, the video explores the idea of “getting ready,” whether it be for tonight’s big party or for one’s date with superstardom. Filmed in New Orleans and Slidell, Louisiana, the video follows July 2020’s “Summer Sky.”