Mýa

Singer-songwriter and actress, 'Case of the Ex'

Mýa - Singer-songwriter and actress, 'Case of the Ex'
Born

October 10th, 1979
45 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American singer-songwriter, producer, dancer, and actress rose to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Released the debut album 'Mýa' in 1998, which spawned hits like 'It's All About Me'. Achieved widespread recognition with the single 'Case of the Ex' from the album 'Fear of Flying', released in 2000. Her collaboration with Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, and Pink on the track 'Lady Marmalade' won a Grammy Award in 2002. Further expanded an artistic career by participating in dance, acting, and producing, with appearances in movies such as 'Chicago' and the reality series 'Dancing with the Stars'.

Released debut album 'Mýa' in 1998

Single 'Case of the Ex' reached Top 10

Won Grammy Award for 'Lady Marmalade' in 2002

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