Myra (singer) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Myra
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| Birth name | Mayra Ambriz |
| Born | May 21, 1986 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Origin | Burbank, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Pop |
| Occupation(s) | Pop singer |
| Years active | 1997–present |
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Mayra Ambriz (born May 21, 1986), known as Myra, is an American pop singer. She has Mexican heritage. Myra was the first Latina artist to sign with Hollywood Records and Walt Disney Records.
She is well-known for her songs "Dancing in the Street" and "Miracles Happen (When You Believe)". These songs were featured in popular Disney movies in 2001.
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Myra's Music Journey
Starting Young
Myra began her music career very early. In 1997, when she was just 11 years old, she released her first album. It was called Mensajera del Amór. She used the name Mayra Caról for this album.
Joining Disney Records
In May 2000, Myra signed with Walt Disney Records. This was a big step for her. Her first song with them was "Magic Carpet Ride". It came out on May 23, 2000. This song was part of a music collection called La Vida Mickey.
Hits and Movies
The year 2001 was very busy for Myra. She recorded a cover of "Dancing in the Street". This song was for the movie Recess: School's Out. It was a fun song that many people enjoyed.
Later, "Dancing in the Street" was also on her own album, Myra. This album was released on June 26, 2001. Another popular song from her album was "Miracles Happen (When You Believe)". This song was featured in the movie The Princess Diaries.
Myra also appeared in the movie Max Keeble's Big Move in October 2001. She played a character named Chelsea. During this time, she toured with singer Aaron Carter. She also performed as a special artist on the Radio Disney Live! 2001 World Tour.
Later Music
Myra continued to make music. In 2007, she was featured on a song called "Back to You". This song was part of an album called La Costa Nuestra. Another song by Myra, "Get On Your Way", was also on that album. In 2008, she was featured on "Confessing My Love" by Mal Hablado.
Myra's Life
In 2011, Myra became a mother. She also went to college around this time.
Myra's Music Albums
Studio Albums
| Title | Details |
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| Mensajera del Amór |
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| Myra |
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| Milagros |
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Extended Plays (EPs)
| Title | Details |
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| Introducing Myra |
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| The Myra Movement: The EP |
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Singles (Lead Artist)
| Title | Year | Album |
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| "Dancing in the Street" | 2001 | Recess: School's Out: Original Movie Soundtrack |
| "Miracles Happen (When You Believe)" | Myra and The Princess Diaries: Original Soundtrack |
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| "Siempre Hay Milagros" | Milagros | |
| "Lie, Lie, Lie" | 2002 | Myra |
| "Step into the Light" |
Singles (Featured Artist)
| Title | Year | Album |
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| "Rescue Me" (Rey y Kaye featuring Myra) |
2020 | Non-album single |
Other Songs and Appearances
| Title | Year | Other artist(s) | Album |
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| "Magic Carpet Ride" | 2000 | - | La Vida Mickey |
| "Parte de El (Part of Your World)" | The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea | ||
| "Puppy Love" | 102 Dalmatians | ||
| "Pikachu, Eres Tú" | 2001 | Pokémon the Johto Journeys: Música Original de la Serie de TV, Vol. 2 | |
| "Mickey's Got The Beat" | Mickey's Dance Party | ||
| Christmas Isn't Christmas (Since You Said Goodbye) | 2002 | School's Out!: Christmas | |
| "Very First Christmas Love" | |||
| "One Small Voice" | Taylor Momsen and Camille Winbush |
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| "Frosty the Snowman" | - | Radio Disney Holiday Jams | |
| "Back to You" | 2007 | Veze Skante | La Costa Nuestra |
| "Get On Your Way" | Sporty Loco | ||
| "Confessing My Love" | 2008 | Mal Hablado | Bad Mouth |
Music Videos
| Title | Year | Director |
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| "Dancing in the Street" | 2001 | Scott Marshall |
| "Miracles Happen (When You Believe)" | ||
| "Lie, Lie, Lie" | 2002 | |
| "Step into the Light" | ||
| "Back to You" | 2007 | Jessy Terrero |
See also
In Spanish: Myra (cantante) para niños
