Who Is Blu Cantrell?

Blu Cantrell is a singer, songwriter and producer from Providence, Rhode Island. She is best known for her chart-topping single “Hit ‘Em Up Style (Oops!)”, which featured prominently in the 2001 film Legally Blonde.

Early Life

Born Tiffany Cobb on March 16, 1976, Blu grew up in a musical family. Her father was a jazz musician who played with Duke Ellington and Dizzy Gillespie. Her mother was a classical vocalist. Blu began singing in church at age 7. She studied music at Berklee College of Music in Boston before dropping out to pursue her career full-time.

Career Highlights

In 2001, Blu released her first album, So Blu, which featured hits like “Hit Em Up Style (Oops!)” and “Breathe”. The album went on to win multiple awards including a Soul Train Lady of Soul Award for Best R&B/Soul Album and two Grammy nominations for Best R&B Song and Best Female R&B Vocal Performance. In 2003, she released her second album Bittersweet, which spawned the hit single “Make Me Wanna Scream”. Blu has collaborated with several major artists including Sean Paul, Missy Elliott, T.I., and Busta Rhymes.

Recent Work

In recent years, Blu has focused on writing and producing for other artists in addition to performing her own music. She has written songs for stars like Jennifer Lopez and Mary J. Blige. She has also been featured on tracks with artists like Meek Mill and Ty Dolla Sign. Her most recent release is her 2018 EP Unplugged which features acoustic versions of some of her biggest hits as well as new original material.

Legacy

Blu Cantrell has had an impressive career spanning over two decades. She has won numerous awards including an ASCAP Pop Award for Songwriter of the Year in 2005. She has also been honored with multiple BET Awards nominations. Through her music and collaborations with other artists, Blu has left an indelible mark on hip-hop culture.