Canela | |
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| Birth name | Canela Cox |
| Born | 1984 Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Genres | R&B |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Labels | DreamWorks Records (2001) Genuine/Monopoly Records (2004 – 2005; 2007–present) |
Canela (pronounced Kuh-NAY-luh) is an American R&B singer and songwriter. She is best known in the mixtape circuit for her DJ Clue-remixed song, "Sponsor", and for co-writing Anastacia's worldwide top 20 hit, "Why'd You Lie to Me". She once recorded an album in 2001, however it was shelved after her label folded.