What happens when you trade a neuroscience degree at UCLA for the unpredictable world of music? On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with singer-songwriter Isabella Kensington—a rising artist whose million-plus TikTok following and viral covers are just the beginning of her story. Raised in London by American parents, Isabella shares how performing with Paul McCartney as a teen, choosing art over a "sensible path," and weathering breakups and self-doubt shaped her bold new EP, Not in a Dollhouse Anymore.

From her earliest days harmonizing in the Capitol Children's Choir to navigating the pressure-cooker academic world and building a digital fanbase from scratch, Isabella opens up about the moments that tested her grit and ultimately led her to NYU's Clive Davis Institute. She gets real about the creative highs, the viral surprises, and those panic-inducing risks every artist faces when chasing their dream.

Whether you're a musician fighting for your big break or just love stories of vulnerability and perseverance, this episode is packed with inspiration. Hit play, and bring it backwards with Isabella Kensington!