Jessica Yap has accomplished much in her lifetime. Exposed to music from she was in her mother’s tummy, this violin player has been a staple on the Jamaican music scene since she was a mere tot.

But how much does Jamaica really know about this reserved woman, now in her 20s, who thrills audiences with her violin?

This week we share 10 little known facts about the musical genius.

1. Jessica loves her some curried chicken. “If I had to eat chicken for the rest of my life, it would definitely be curried chicken. I don’t know why but I just love curried chicken.”

2. Like many Jamaicans, Jessica’s choice of dessert is Devon House Ice Cream.

3. Her ultimate date night would be dinner and a movie, and then ice cream.

4. In her downtime she enjoys playing with her dogs.

5. Her favourite spot in Jamaica is Doctor’s Cave Beach in Montego Bay.

6. Her favourite drinks are mojitos.

7. Her favourite performer of all time is Beyonce. “I just love her. She knows how to captivate her audience and put on a show.”

8. Jessica’s proudest moment being a Jamaican was when she performed at the Olympics in Beijing in 2008.

9. Jessica, a girly girl, admits that she has never gotten a manicure before.

10. In another lifetime, she would be a dancer.