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Alicia Keys Biography
Alicia Keys, possessing classical piano training, commenced her Hollywood odyssey at the tender age of 15, clinching a deal with Columbia Records. When her first album was unveiled in 2001, she rose to international prominence as one of the leading R&B vocalists of her era. But it didn’t stop at Grammy awards and nominations.
This singer/songwriter has touched the hearts of many with her humanitarian and philanthropic services earning her an Ambassador of Conscience award from Amnesty International. No wonder we cannot do without our Keys.
When you combine her impulsive work ethic and sense of discipline with her lovely and rooted essence, her empathy and consideration of others with her slick style, her fortitude and sincerity with all the charitable work she does, and her unstoppable performance skills with her voice sent from heaven, how can we not become totally obsessed? So let us celebrate this diva’s birthday in style!
She attended the Professional Performing Arts School in Manhattan and later Columbia University, but dropped out to pursue her music career.
Alicia Keys Age
Keys was born on January 25, 1981, which makes her 42 years old as of 2023.
Alicia Keys Family
Her mother is of Italian and English descent, while her father is African American. Keys’ parents separated when she was two years old, and she was subsequently raised by her mother. Keys has two younger half-brothers, Cole Cook and Kasseem Dean Jr. (also known as Egypt), who are from her father’s later relationships.
Alicia Keys Husband
She is married to Swizz Beatz, a music producer and rapper. The couple got married in 2010 and they have two children together. Swizz Beatz has also produced some of her music, including her hit single “New York.”
Alicia Keys Ethinicity
Her ethnicity is multiracial. Her mother is of Italian, Scottish, and Irish descent, while her father is African American.
Alicia Keys Feet
Shoe Size 8(US).
Alicia Keys Songs
She is a highly acclaimed singer, songwriter, and pianist with numerous hit songs to her name. Here are some of her most popular and well-known songs:
- “Fallin'”
- “If I Ain’t Got You”
- “No One”
- “Girl on Fire”
- “Empire State of Mind (Part II) Broken Down”
- “You Don’t Know My Name”
- “A Woman’s Worth”
- “Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart”
- “Superwoman”
- “Un-thinkable (I’m Ready)”
- “My Boo” (with Usher)
- “New Day”
- “Brand New Me”
- “In Common”
- “Underdog”
These are just a few examples of impressive discography, which includes six studio albums and numerous collaborations and singles.
Alicia Keys Albums
Here are some of Albums:
- Songs in A Minor (2001)
- The Diary of Alicia Keys (2003)
- As I Am (2007)
- The Element of Freedom (2009)
- Girl on Fire (2012)
- Here (2016)
- Alicia (2020)
These albums have produced many hit songs and earned numerous awards and nominations for Keys.
Instagram Alicia Keys
Instagram account is @aliciakeys
Alicia Keys Awards
Keys is a highly accomplished musician and has won numerous awards throughout her career. Here are some of her notable awards:
- 15 Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist in 2002, Song of the Year for “Fallin'” in 2002, and Best R&B Album for “The Diary of Alicia Keys” in 2005.
- 17 Billboard Music Awards, including Female Artist of the Year in 2002 and 2004, and R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Artist of the Year in 2008 and 2010.
- 3 American Music Awards, including Favorite Soul/R&B Album for “As I Am” in 2008 and Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist in 2013 and 2014.
- 1 MTV Video Music Award, for Best R&B Video for “Fallin'” in 2002.
- 1 BET Award, for Best Female R&B Artist in 2002.
