Mon Apr 21 03:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Kiddo A.I.’s Stellar Rise: From American Idol Fan to Pop Songwriting Powerhouse

**LOS ANGELES, CA (Billboard) –** Amanda Ibanez, known professionally as Kiddo A.I., has quietly become a force in the pop music world, penning hits for some of the biggest names in the industry. Inspired by Adam Lambert’s American Idol run, the 28-year-old Miami native’s journey began with early self-releases and years of persistent songwriting. Her career took a significant leap three years ago after collaborating with Selena Gomez on the remix of Rema’s “Calm Down,” which reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100.

This success shifted Kiddo A.I.’s focus towards songwriting for other artists, resulting in contributions to several chart-topping albums. Her credits include multiple tracks on Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s collaborative album, *I Said I Love You First* (which debuted at No. 1 on Top Album Sales), Le Sserafim’s “Crazy,” and Tyla’s “Back to You.” She also collaborated on tracks for both Jennie and Lisa’s solo debut albums for Blackpink, working alongside renowned producers like Diplo and Tayla Parx.

Kiddo A.I. describes the songwriting process as often spontaneous and collaborative, citing the creation of a standout track on *I Said I Love You First* as an example of a song that “basically wrote itself” in a single hour. Her work with Jennie, specifically a song titled “like JENNIE,” involved creating a powerful and bold track that perfectly captured the artist’s persona. She highlights her collaborative spirit, emphasizing the joy of helping artists express their unique visions through song. From humble beginnings singing along to American Idol, Kiddo A.I.’s talent and dedication have propelled her to the forefront of contemporary pop songwriting.

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