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Tiara Thomas captured America’s attention with her appearance on Wale’s “Bad.” Now the singer-songwriter has signed a deal with Rico Love’s Division1.

The 23-year-old Indianapolis native is the first signing to the Grammy-winning producer’s label as part of his new deal with Interscope Geffen A&M.

Thomas co-wrote and co-produced Wale’s hit single, “Bad,” while attending Ball State University.

“I’m extremely excited about Tiara Thomas being a member of the Division1 family,” said Love. “She’s an amazing talent, phenomenal vocalist, and one of the most creative songwriters I’ve heard in a while. We’re anxious to see how the world receives her. We have no doubt that they’ll love her as much as we do. #TTLO”

According to Billboard, Thomas’ genre-bending debut Sallie Mae is set for release later this year.

Listen to Thomas’ solo version of “Bad” below.