Jessica Sanchez
Jessica Sanchez
=====================
Full Name and Common Aliases
-----------------------------
Jessica Ellen Sanchez is an American singer who rose to fame as a contestant on the eleventh season of _American Idol_.
Birth and Death Dates
-----------------------
Born on August 29, 1995, in Chula Vista, California. As of this writing, she remains alive.
Nationality and Profession(s)
-------------------------------
Sanchez is an American singer, songwriter, and reality TV personality. She has also worked as a recording artist and actress.
Early Life and Background
---------------------------
Growing up in a musical family, Sanchez began singing at the age of three. Her parents, Edward and Lea, encouraged her to pursue music. She attended Hilltop High School in Chula Vista, California. During this time, she won several local talent competitions and joined a band called _The American Idol_.
Major Accomplishments
-------------------------
Sanchez's breakthrough came when she auditioned for the eleventh season of _American Idol_. As one of the final contestants, she earned widespread recognition for her powerful voice and emotional performances. Although she did not win the competition (runner-up to Phillip Phillips), her success led to a recording contract with 19 Entertainment. Her debut single, "Tonight", was released in 2012.
Notable Works or Actions
---------------------------
Some of Sanchez's notable works include:
Albums: _Me, I Am Free_ (2013) and _Love Yourself Stripped Across America Tour Live_ (2016).
Singles: "Tonight", "Say Goodbye", and "This Time It's Me".
* Touring: She has performed as an opening act for the Jonas Brothers and accompanied Demi Lovato on her _Neon Lights Tour_.
Quotes by Jessica Sanchez
Jessica Sanchez's insights on:

Right after 'Idol,' I was like, 'I've got to become a totally different person. I gotta upgrade myself.' I can't just stand there and be all shy and sing.

I don't want people to just hand me music and be like, 'Here, you sound good on this. Sing it.' I want to be able to say, 'This is me.'

This is going to seem odd, but I love Eminem because he has so much conviction and emotion in the way he raps. Every word that he raps, you feel it.

I'm all about risque - I love that stuff. I love to be creative - that's what the entertainment business is about.

It was crazy... working with Ne-Yo. Everything was such a blur, and I was just a fangirl the whole time.

Every single year, I tell myself I am going to drive. It never happens. I don't know how to drive. I am already 20. This needs to happen.



