Even before 16-year-old Karina signed to Def Jam Records, the stellar singer was already making a name for herself. From her winning performance on Star Search in 2003 to singing at the White House last June during Black Music Month, this New York City chanteuse has been paying her professional dues since she was a toddler. While some have been quick to compare Karina to other performers including Aaliyah, Alicia Keys, and Mariah Carey, one listen to her self-assured debut disc FIRST LOVE is evidence enough that she is destined for success. FIRST LOVE includes an array of songwriters, producers and artists, such as The-Dream, Tricky Stewart, Gordon Chambers, Carlos McKinney, Lil Mama and others. Karina proves to be a breath of fresh soul. A beautiful young woman with more musical moxy than most 16-year-olds.