Athésia (born in Montreal, Quebec) is a Canadian pop singer who writes and performs songs in French, English, Créole and Portuguese.
After a number of years performing with house music DJs in Montreal, she released her debut album Nostalgia in 2004.
In Buenos Aires, Argentina, as part of the country's celebration of International Francophonie Day, she was the highlight of those who performed there.
Buenos Aires newspaper, Página 12, reported that Athésia's presence was considered important for raising awareness of Haiti's plight after the earthquake.
Athésia and the Gentlemen gave a concert at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru's cultural centre where she performed songs in French, English, Créole and Portuguese.