Julissa Alexandria Veloz (born in Newark, New Jersey) is a Dominican-American recording artist and songwriter. She first achieved fame as "Tiara Girl" in Season 8 of American Idol. After being eliminated in the group rounds, Veloz was signed to record label Carrillo Music owned by DJ Rod Carrillo.In 2010, Veloz released her debut single, "Take Control", which peaked at number eight on the Billboard Dance/Club Play chart.