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Mya Marie Harrison (; born October 10, 1979; stylized as Mýa) is an American singer, songwriter, actress and dancer. Classified as a "triple threat," she has become a staple in pop cultural zeitgeist across genres, platforms, and mediums around the world. Born and raised in Washington D.C. metropolitan area, as a child she studied ballet, jazz, and tap. She began her career as a television personality and dance posse member on BET's Teen Summit. After developing an interest in music and nurturing her craft, she was discovered by CEO A. Haqq Islam. In April 1998, she released her eponymous debut album, a smooth R&B song cycle about love and growing up. A critical and commercial success, the album produced her first U.S. top ten single "It's All About Me." Her collaborative efforts – "Ghetto Supastar (That Is What You Are)" and "Take Me There" continued to raise her profile and attained chart success worldwide.
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