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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