Blu Cantrell is an American R&B and Soul singer-songwriter, born on March 16, 1976 in Providence, Rhode Island. She gained recognition in 2001 with the release of her debut album, “So Blu,” which produced the successful single “Hit ‘Em Up Style (Oops!).” The song earned her two Grammy Award nominations and became her most successful single. Cantrell continued her music career with the release of two more albums, “Bitersweet” (2003) and “Blu is a Mood” (2011). Known for her powerful vocal ability and emotive sound, she has collaborated with various artists, including Sean Paul and Fat Joe. Despite a hiatus in the music industry in recent years, Blu Cantrell remains an important figure in the R&B genre.