Her mother, an American from Louisiana who served in the U.S. Army in Germany, and her German father provided her with a rich cultural background that influences her work.
She co-wrote the K-pop group BTS's hit single "Spring Day," which topped the Gaon Digital Chart and surpassed 2,500,000 downloads.
In January 2018, she collaborated with British DJ/producer Jonas Blue on an EDM version of her song "Hearts Ain't Gonna Lie."
In March 2018, Arlissa was selected as Elvis Duran's Artist of the Month and performed a live acoustic version of her single on NBC's Today show.
Arlissa continues to captivate audiences with her unique blend of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, making her a notable figure in contemporary music.