Janalynn Castelino
Janalynn Castelino | |
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Castelino in 2023 | |
| Born | Janalynn Joseph Castelino October 18, 1998 |
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| Years active | 2018–present |
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| Instruments | Vocals |
| Website | www |
Janalynn Castelino (born 18 October 1998) is a multilingual pop singer, songwriter, record producer and medical doctor.[1] She made her international crossover debut in 2024, with the Spanish-language single "Drama".[2] Her music has been described as pop with R&B elements.[3] Castelino has recorded in many languages including English, Latin, Italian, Spanish and Hindi.[4][5]
Early life and education
Janalynn Joseph Castelino was born on 18 October 1998[6] in a Roman Catholic family, to parents Lorna and Joseph Castelino.[7] She is of Italian and Indian descent.[8][6] She was involved in performing arts since the age of 3 and sang in the church choir.[4][9] As a student, Janalynn secured a merit of 96.36% in the 10th Grade, becoming the board exam topper of her school as well as the zone.[4]
Castelino excelled in studies and didn’t consider music as a profession thoughtfully, then.[3] She studied at the University of Michigan Medicine and is a doctor by educational qualification.[10]
Career
2019–2024: Early career beginnings
Castelino uploaded covers to her YouTube Channel as a hobby while studying medicine.[4] She gained popularity in 2018, after uploading the music video Binte Dil (Love Ballad) to her YouTube Channel that garnered over 22 Million views[11] on YouTube, followed by her popular cover of Fire On Fire.[12] Her music videos have featured on YouTube's trending charts in across more than 11 countries.[3] Janalynn's rendition of Takeaway by the Chainsmokers was described by the media as a 'recreation with a pop twist'.[13][12]
Janalynn Castelino appeared in an interview on the American Songwriter Network in 2021,[1] where she talked about her upcoming music projects.[14][15] In the same year, she featured on the English edition of the L'idea Magazine.[3]
In 2023, Janalynn released her Italian-Folk ballad "Bella Ci Dormi"[16][17] blending elements of world music with traditional folk, delivering the track in Sicilian dialect.[16] The single was characterised by high-pitched vocals and layered harmonies.[18][19]
2024: Religious music, Spanish debut single ‘Drama’
In the first quarter of 2024, Castelino released three consecutive religious music singles during the Lenten season.[5] These included "Jesu Salvator Mundi" that released on February 16, 2024[20][21] and "Parce Domine"[22] both of which were recorded in Latin and rendered in Baroque style with three voices soprano, alto and bass.[23] CCM Magazine described Janalynn's vocals on "Parce Domine" as impactful and encapsulating reverence.[24]
These were followed by a soulful version of the Crucifixion hymn "The Old Rugged Cross" recorded in English.[25]
On 20 September that year, she marked her Spanish-language debut with pop single "Drama" that released during the Hispanic heritage month.[8][26] An official music video was released on 18 October 2024 via Janalynn’s YouTube channel, coinciding with her 26th birthday.[27][28]
2025: Expansion to pop career
Janalynn released her pop single But Without You on March 21, 2025.[29][30] The song received positive response from media critics with her songwriting regarded as ‘emotive' drawing from soul,[31] while Janalynn’s vocal style was described as being powerful yet deeply expressive.[32][33]
On 20 February 2026, she released her second Spanish single, "Que Me Ha Pasado".[2][34]
Artistry
Voice
Janalynn has been described as a soprano, gliding into upper vocal registers with ease.[35][25] Critics have described her voice as emotive, luscious and high-pitched.[36][16] CCM Magazine described her vocals as 'impactful'.[24] L'idea in its English edition mentioned Castelino's voice as sounding aesthetically powerful yet emotional.[37]
Music style
Castelino is referred to as a pop artist who incorporates elements of R&B and soul.[1][9] Her music often carries linguistic diversity and cultural influences from her Italian-Indian ancestry.[6][38]
Discography
Singles
| Year[39][40] | Title | Language | Release date |
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| 2023 | Bella Ci Dormi | Italian | 4 August 2023 |
| 2023 | O Come All Ye Faithful | English | 11 December 2023 |
| 2024 | Jesu Salvator Mundi | Latin | 16 February 2024 |
| 2024 | The Old Rugged Cross | English | 1 March 2024 |
| 2024 | Parce Domine | Latin | 21 March 2024 |
| 2024 | Drama | Spanish | 20 September 2024 |
| 2025 | But Without You | English | 21 March 2025 |
| 2026 | Que Me Ha Pasado | Spanish | 20 February 2026 |
References
- ^ a b c "Bringin' it Backwards: Interview with Janalynn Castelino". American Songwriter. 15 April 2021. Retrieved 31 August 2021.
- ^ a b Dahya, Asha (25 February 2026). "Global Popstar Janalynn Castelino Explores Infatuation In Her New Spanish Single "Que Me Ha Pasado"". GirlTalkHQ. Retrieved 2 March 2026.
- ^ a b c d "Janalynn Castelino Is Being More Focused On Herself". L'Idea Magazine. 6 July 2021. Retrieved 31 August 2021.
- ^ a b c d "Q&A: Indian vocalist and doctor Janalynn Castelino breaking stereotypes". Riff Magazine. 19 April 2021. Retrieved 31 August 2021.
- ^ a b Magazine, On: Yorkshire (16 April 2024). "A Q&A with Janalynn Castelino". On: Yorkshire Magazine. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
- ^ a b c GirlTalkHQ (15 October 2024). "Singer/Songwriter Janalynn Castelino Embarks on A New Musical Chapter With Heartfelt Single 'Drama'". GirlTalkHQ. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ Crasto, Laura (9 June 2021). "Janalynn Castelino: An Authentic Voice And A Unique Story". Italics Magazine. Retrieved 31 August 2021.
- ^ a b mediterraneangirlsinmusic (26 September 2024). "Janalynn Castelino releases new single Drama". MGIM. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
- ^ a b "Janalynn Castelino: Interview". Unclear Magazine. 23 June 2021. Retrieved 31 August 2021.
- ^ Bartolozzi Bellantuono, Arianna (3 April 2025). "Intervista a Janalynn Castelino: il suo nuovo singolo But Without You, le sue radici italiane e la sua carriera". MGIM (in Italian). Retrieved 12 May 2025.
- ^ Binte Dil (Female Love-Ballad Version) | Janalynn Castelino, 2 July 2018, retrieved 31 August 2021
- ^ a b "Popular YouTuber 'Janalynn Castelino' recreates 'Takeaway'". Free Press Journal. Retrieved 31 August 2021.
- ^ Takeaway - The Chainsmokers, Illenium | Janalynn Castelino, 13 September 2019, retrieved 6 October 2021
- ^ "Janalynn Castelino - MusicBrainz". musicbrainz.org. Retrieved 1 September 2021.
- ^ "Janalynn Castelino". iHeartRadio. Retrieved 1 September 2021.
- ^ a b c Room, World Music Central News (10 August 2023). "Janalynn Castelino Drops New Folk-Infused Single 'Bella Ci Dormi' | World Music Central". Retrieved 27 April 2024.
- ^ Bella Ci Dormi - Janalynn Castelino | Album | AllMusic, retrieved 29 April 2024
- ^ Dyer, Harvey (31 August 2023). "Janalynn Castelino Releases Enchanting Italian-Folk Single "Bella Ci Dormi"". All-Noise. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
- ^ Krystal, Fernandez (8 September 2023). "Guest Menu Item | Janalynn Castelino Releases Enchanting Italian-Folk Single "Bella Ci Dormi"". Eat This Music. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
- ^ Jesu Salvator Mundi - Single by Janalynn Castelino on Apple Music, 16 February 2024, retrieved 4 September 2025
- ^ Janalynn Castelino - Jesu Salvator Mundi - hitparade.ch, retrieved 16 October 2024
- ^ Parce Domine - Single by Janalynn Castelino on Apple Music, 21 March 2024, retrieved 4 September 2025
- ^ Rabinowitz, Chloe. "Janalynn Castelino Releases Polyphonic Latin Chant 'Jesu Salvator Mundi'". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
- ^ a b Woolum, Brandon (28 March 2024). "Janalynn Castelino Releases 'Parce Domine' During The Holy Week". CCM Magazine. Retrieved 2 March 2026.
- ^ a b Woolum, Brandon (14 March 2024). "Janalynn Castelino Releases Soulful Version Of 'The Old Rugged Cross'". CCM Magazine. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
- ^ "spanishcharts.com - Janalynn Castelino - Drama". spanishcharts.com. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
- ^ Ingenthron, Blair. "Video: Janalynn Castelino Unveils Music Video For New Single 'Drama'". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ Janalynn Castelino (19 October 2024). Janalynn Castelino - Drama (Official Music Video). Retrieved 30 October 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ But Without You - Single by Janalynn Castelino on Apple Music, 22 March 2025, retrieved 25 March 2025
- ^ "Janalynn Castelino Announces New Single 'But Without You': Here's the Release Date". The Journal of Music | Music in Ireland: News, Reviews and Opinion. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
- ^ "Janalynn Castelino Releases 'But Without You' : A Soul-searching Exploration". The Journal of Music | Music in Ireland: News, Reviews and Opinion. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
- ^ "Janalynn Castelino delivers dynamics of love and longing in new single 'But Without You'". Music-News.com. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
- ^ Bailey, Adam (25 March 2025). "Janalynn Castelino Explores Emotional Depths On New Single 'But Without You'". Music Talkers - Latest Music News & Artist Exposure. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
- ^ "Janalynn Castelino releases "Que Me Ha Pasado" - A dance-fuelled infatuation anthem". Music-News.com. Retrieved 2 March 2026.
- ^ Joan, Naomi (6 November 2025). "Janalynn Castelino Releases Sensational New Single But Without You". Illustrate Magazine. Retrieved 6 November 2025.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Dyer, Harvey (4 April 2025). "Janalynn Castelino Explores Emotional Chaos with new single 'But Without You'". All-Noise. Retrieved 6 November 2025.
- ^ USA, Editorial Staff (6 July 2021). "Janalynn Castelino Is Being More Focused On Herself". L'Idea Magazine. Retrieved 2 March 2026.
- ^ Bartolozzi, Arianna (3 April 2025). "Interviewing Janalynn Castelino: her Italian roots and her career". Mediterranean Girls In Music. Retrieved 6 November 2025.
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