She was best known for her song, "Within the Walls of China" and for her piano performances in Houston, Texas in the early 20th century.
Lively was born in North Texas and began to play the piano at the age of six.
[5] Lively was inspired to write the song after seeing the photoplay of Broken Blossoms.
[6] Lively was also known for her songs, "La Clavel," "Pekita" and "Texas" (1926).
[1] She was a charter member of the Thursday Morning Musical Club in Houston.