What is Mya’s net worth?
Mya is a multi-talented American artist with a net worth of $4 million. She is a singer-songwriter, record producer, dancer, actress, model, activist, and philanthropist.
She gained popularity as a solo recording artist for Interscope Records, particularly in the late 1990s. One of her biggest hits was “Getty Supastar,” a collaboration with Old Dirty Bastard and Pras.
Early Life and Career
Mya Marie Harrison was born in Washington D.C. in 1979. She began taking ballet and tap lessons at a young age, and later added violin and voice lessons to her repertoire. At age 12, she received a solo spot in a dance performance at the Kennedy Center, chosen by renowned tap dancer Savion Glover.
At age 15, Mya became serious about pursuing a music career and began taking voice lessons. Her father helped her create a demo tape, which caught the attention of University Music CEO Haqq Islam. Mya graduated from high school at 16 and briefly attended college before focusing on her music career.
Mya’s Career Highlights
Mya signed with Interscope Records and released her self-titled debut album in 1998. The album sold over two million copies and produced a gold-certified top ten single titled “It’s All About Me.” She gained more popularity when she was featured on the soundtrack of “The Rugrats Movie” alongside Blackstreet, Blinky Blink, and Mase on “Take Me There.”
In 1999, Mya made her acting debut in the crime thriller film “In Too Deep.” Later that year, she released her album “Fear of Flying,” which was a multiplatinum hit. Mya’s next big project was a collaboration with Christina Aguilera, Lil’ Kim, and Pink on the remake of 1975 hit “Lady Marmalade.” The song was a worldwide success, and the quartet won a Grammy for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals.
Mya’s third album, “Moodring,” was released in 2003. The album was certified gold, and the first single, “My Love Is Like…Wo,” became a top 20 hit on the Billboard Hot 100. She appeared in several films, including “Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights” and “Cursed.”
In 2009, Mya released her fifth album, “Sugar & Spice,” and appeared as a contestant on “Dancing With the Stars,” finishing second. She subsequently released the solo single “Fabulous Life” and her sixth album, “K.I.S.S (Keep It Sexy & Simple.)” In 2016, Mya dropped her seventh studio album, “Smoove Jones,” which earned a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Album. Two years later, she released her eighth album, “TKO (The Knock Out).” In 2020, Mya released two singles: “You Got Me, Part II” and “Space & Time.”
Mya’s Activism and Philanthropy
Mya is a passionate vegan and advocates for PETA campaigns to promote a cruelty-free lifestyle. She founded her nonprofit, The Mya Arts & Tech Foundation in 2005, which focuses on providing arts and technology education to underprivileged youth.
Mya has actively participated in various charity events and collaborations with other artists for charitable causes. She believes in using her platform to make a positive impact on society and has consistently worked towards it.
