Myra (singer)


Mayra Caról Ambriz Quintana, better known under the mononym Myra, is an American singer, dancer and choreographer of Mexican descent. She is the first Latina artist to have been signed to Hollywood Records and Walt Disney Records. She is best known for her 2001 singles, "Dancing in the Street" for and "Miracles Happen " for the film The Princess Diaries.

Career

Myra began singing at age 9; her first album was the mariachi album Mensajera del Amór, released by Briaz Promotions in 1997. At the time of its release, she was known as Mayra Caról.
In May 2000, Myra was signed to Walt Disney Records. Her first single was "Magic Carpet Ride", which was released May 23, 2000 as a part of the La Vida Mickey album.
Myra rose to prominence in 2001 for a recording a cover of Martha and the Vandellas's "Dancing in the Street" for the soundtrack to the 2001 film . The song was the first single released from her self-titled album Myra which was released on June 26, 2001. The second single from the album, "Miracles Happen ", was also featured in the film The Princess Diaries. Walden, producer of multi-platinum pop hits for Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, and Aretha Franklin, produced four songs for her first album.
In October 2001, Myra made an appearance in the film Max Keeble's Big Move as Chelsea. During this time, she toured with Aaron Carter, opening for his 2000-2001 "Party" Tour. She was also a featured artist during the Radio Disney Live! 2001 World Tour.
In 2007, Myra was featured on the single, "Back To You" by Chicano rapper Veze Skante, that was included on the compilation album La Costa Nuestra. The following year, Myra was featured as a guest artist on a track by another Chicano rapper, Mal Hablado.

Personal life

Myra had a daughter, Jadah, in 2011, and attended college.

Discography

Studio albums

Extended plays

† = Japan only
† = Japan only

Filmography

Awards