She is best known for her guest appearance on Lil Wayne's 2009 single "Prom Queen", which peaked within the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100.

Born in Anaheim, Shanell was raised in Atlanta and is the older sister of recording artist D. Woods.

Dancing by day, Shanell penned songs by night to production from Iowa producer and friend Bangladesh, garnering a name for herself as a songwriter.

[1] She was introduced to Lil Wayne, who offered her a slot on his Young Money Entertainment roster, creative control of her projects, and the opportunity to join him on stage during his I Am Music Tour.

[2] Most recently, Shanell released a visual for "Boy Stop Playin'" in January 2014, which was included on her June 2013 EP Midnight Mimosas.