Abela began singing at a young age, and competed in children's festivals in her youth. In 1985, she gained exposure after singing in a TV show, and was able to perform in and clubs across Malta and festivals further afield. The duo came 6th in the competition. She returned to the contest the
following year, this time as co-songwriter (with Raymond Mahoney) of Malta's song, "Little Child". In 1996, Abela sang again at Eurovision, this time as a backing vocalist for "In a Woman's Heart". In 2015, Abela was a backing vocalist for
Winter Moods' 30th anniversary concert.
Musical theatre In 2004, Abela was a cast member in
1565 – The Musical, a musical about the
Great Siege of Malta. She returned in 2015 for a concert performance of the show. In 2009, Abela recorded "Il-Warda" for the remake of Maltese
rock opera Ġensna. In 2010, Abela originated the role of
Mary of Nazareth in the musical
Għeruqna. == Personal life ==