Passion for music truly runs in the family of entrepreneur Rosabella Jao-Arribas.
As the founder of talent management company RJA Productions, LLC, Rosabella has dedicated herself to discovering, nurturing, and promoting brilliant Filipino singers on the global stage. Her mission has always been to shine a spotlight on the exceptional talents of Filipino artists, bringing them to international audiences.
For Rosabella’s 11-year-old granddaughter, Jazzell Smith, it seems that the love for music is deeply ingrained in her blood. Jazzell began singing at a very early age, showing an innate connection to music. At just 9 years old, she began formal voice lessons, eager to develop her skills and make her mark as a young artist.
On March 14, Jazzell officially launched her first single, “Song of Love,” composed by talented songwriter, vocal coach, and vocal arranger Arnie Mendaros. The heartfelt song carries a powerful message that Jazzell holds dear. “The message of ‘Song of Love’ is to always appreciate our grandparents, to cherish them, and to value the time we have with them,” the passionate fifth grader explained. It is clear that Jazzell’s music is not just about performing, but also about conveying meaningful emotions and lessons that resonate with her audience.
The youngest artist in the RJA Productions family, Jazzell looks up to several iconic singers, including Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, and Sabrina Carpenter. These artists inspire her to continue pursuing her dream with confidence and determination.
In addition to her solo projects, Jazzell has performed at several U.S. shows alongside RJA Productions’ featured artist, Alisah Bonaoabra. Reflecting on her experiences, Jazzell shared, “When I see people appreciate my singing, especially in the shows where I perform, it makes me feel very happy and motivates me to continue improving.”
Alisah Bonaoabra also plays a significant role in Jazzell’s musical journey, not just as an artist but as her vocal coach. “Tita Alisah has played a great role in fulfilling my singing career. She is not a strict coach; in fact, she is very kind, but she makes sure I am doing my assignments,” Jazzell added.
With such dedication to music at a young age, Jazzell is off to a strong start in pursuing her dream of becoming an accomplished singer. She expressed her heartfelt gratitude to her parents and, most importantly, to her grandmother Rosabella, whom she lovingly calls “Nanny”: “Thank you for all your support in my singing career and my life!”
She also dedicates her debut single to her Grandma Denise and her two loving grandpas. Jazzell will be performing at a concert in Dublin, CA on April 26 to promote her debut single. To know more about Jazzell Smith, visit RJA Productions, LLC’s facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/rjaproductions/
