Warner Chappell Music and Katy Perry's Unsub Publishing have inked an exclusive co-publishing deal with Debbii Dawson.

Blending pop, folk and country sounds, with whispers of her Indian heritage, Dawson dropped her debut single, “Even If It Kills Me,” which landed on the cover of Spotify’s Fresh Finds Pop Best of 2023 year-end playlist. The song was also featured on her debut EP, Learning, which yielded the standout track, “Eulogy for Nobody.”

“I couldn’t be more excited to have Unsub partner with the incredibly gifted songwriting talent that is Debbii Dawson,” said Unsub Publishing founder Perry. “She's a rare find and someone I believe has the brightest of futures ahead of her as an artist, songwriter, and creative force.”

“Debbii is a rare treasure. Ever since we first heard her demos from fellow WCM songwriter, Gabe Reali, we were sold. Her voice is undeniably unique and her storytelling is both authentic and distinct. We’re excited to help develop such a promising star,” added WCM Senior Director of A&R Maura Duval and Manager of A&R Jacob Koransky in a joint statement.

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