Walela Is A Native American Music Trio That Includes Rita Coolidge Rita's Sister Priscilla And Priscilla's Daughter Laura Satterfield. The Trio Released Albums In 1997 And 2000. Walela Means Hummingbird In Cherokee. Their Rendering Of 'T-Sa La 'gi Cherokee Is Quite Good.
It Has Heen Said Tuat While On "The Trail Of Tears" That Wherever A Teardrop Fell A "Cherokee Rose Bush" Would Grow. The Rose Is About The Size Of A Half Dollar And Is White In Color.