Julia Michaels

Julia Michaels is an American singer and songwriter who first made her mark in the music industry as one of pop music’s most in-demand songwriters before stepping into the spotlight as a performer. Born Julia Carin Cavazos in Davenport, Iowa, and raised in Los Angeles, she began writing songs professionally as a teenager. By her early twenties, she had co-written hits for some of the biggest names in pop music, including Justin Bieber’s ‘Sorry,’ Selena Gomez’s ‘Good for You,’ Demi Lovato’s ‘Fire Starter,’ Fifth Harmony’s ‘Miss Movin’ On,’ and Gwen Stefani’s ‘Used to Love You.’

Michaels launched her own artist career in 2017 with the release of ‘Issues,’ a confessional pop single that became a massive hit, peaking at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song earned her a Grammy nomination for Song of the Year and Best New Artist. Her debut EP ‘Nervous System’ showcased her ability to blend vulnerable, diary-like lyrics with catchy pop melodies. She followed up with additional EPs including ‘Inner Monologue Part 1’ and ‘Inner Monologue Part 2’ in 2019.

As a songwriter, Julia Michaels has been nominated for and won numerous awards. Her songwriting credits span hundreds of songs across multiple genres, making her one of the most prolific writers of her generation. She has collaborated with producers like Justin Tranter, with whom she has formed one of pop music’s most successful songwriting partnerships. Her ability to craft deeply personal yet universally relatable lyrics has made her a favorite among both artists and fans.

Despite her enormous success as a songwriter, Michaels has spoken openly about her struggles with anxiety and the challenges of performing. Her relationship with singer JP Saxe produced the collaborative hit ‘If the World Was Ending,’ which was released during the COVID-19 pandemic and resonated deeply with audiences. As of 2026, Julia Michaels has an estimated net worth of $6 million, driven primarily by her prolific songwriting royalties and her own recording and touring career.