In this deeply inspiring episode, host Bill Thompson sits down with singer, songwriter, and voice actress Adassa (the voice of Dolores in Disney’s “Encanto”) to discuss her memoir, “Love Keeps Showing Up: Music, Miracle and Messes.”
Adassa shares her journey through the high-stakes music industry, starting from her childhood performing in Honduras and receiving a record deal at age 17, to facing severe financial struggles, rejection, and a near-fatal illness right before her big break with Disney. Grounded in deep faith, gratitude, and resilience, Adassa’s story proves that remarkable lives aren’t defined by fame or wealth — they are forged through perseverance, purpose, and showing up every single day.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Adassa’s Background
02:01 Early Life and Health Challenges
04:03 Music as a Language of Expression
06:54 Early Career and Lessons Learned
10:02 Faith, Resilience, and Opportunities
15:11 Facing Health Crises and Personal Reflection
18:12 Living with Gratitude and Purpose
19:59 Growth, Change, and Future Aspirations
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