That pop star dream had to die, and it was painful." Through therapy, including a year spent in an addiction program, Anjulie started learning how to appreciate who she was without fame or fortune.

Every so often, a Canadian artist breaks through in a big way, like Justin Bieber, Carly Rae Jepsen, The Weeknd or Shawn Mendes. Toronto singer Lu Kala just might be next. With viral hits like ...