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Alicia Keys is a renowned American singer, songwriter and actress. She has won numerous awards for her powerful voice and captivating stage presence, including 15 Grammy Awards in various categories. Her music has spanned multiple genres over the years, from soulful R&B ballads to upbeat pop anthems.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Alicia Keys is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On January 25, 1981, Alicia Augello Cook was born in Hell's Kitchen, New York City.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>1st Record Deal Signed</div><div class='timeline-text'>At the age of 14, Alicia signs a recording contract with Jermaine Dupri and Columbia Records.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Debut Album, Songs in A Minor</div><div class='timeline-text'>Debut album, Songs in A Minor, is released to worldwide critical acclaim and commercial success.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Grammy Awards</div><div class='timeline-text'>Wins 5 Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist and Song of the Year for “Fallin”.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Element of Freedom</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fourth studio album, The Element of Freedom, is released to commercial success.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Girl on Fire</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fifth studio album, Girl on Fire, is released to widespread critical acclaim and commercial success.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>ALICIA Album is Released</div><div class='timeline-text'>Seventh studio album, ALICIA, is released to critical acclaim.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>She's Talented</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Alicia Keys is one of the most talented R&B singers of our time. Not only is she a great singer, but she is also an amazing songwriter and producer. She has won numerous awards for her music and has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the music industry.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>She's Charismatic</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Alicia Keys has a lot of charisma when she performs. Her stage presence is mesmerizing and her voice is captivating. She constantly interacts with the audience which makes it even more enjoyable to watch her perform.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>She's Philanthropic</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Alicia Keys is a philanthropist who cares deeply about making a difference in the world. She founded the Keep a Child Alive charity which works to provide medical care, education and nutrition to those affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa and India.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Grew Up in New York City</h3><p class='facts-text'>Alicia Keys was born in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan and grew up in the city's famous music scene. She began studying classical piano when she was seven years old.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Won Five Grammy Awards in One Night</h3><p class='facts-text'>Keys won five Grammy awards in one night at the 41st Annual Grammy Awards in 2002, a record for most awards won by a female artist in one night.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Founded Keep a Child Alive Charity</h3><p class='facts-text'>Keys founded the charity organization Keep a Child Alive in 2003 to help fight AIDS in Africa and India.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Served as Musical Director for Black Reel Awards</h3><p class='facts-text'>Keys served as the musical director for the Black Reel Awards in 2005, an awards show honoring African American achievements in film.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Was Named Global Creative Director of BlackBerry</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2013, Alicia Keys was named global creative director of BlackBerry, becoming the first person to ever hold that position.</p></div></div>
Alicia Keys, an acclaimed R&B singer, songwriter, producer and actress, was born on January 25, 1981, and is currently 42 years old. She is best known for her critically-acclaimed albums, passionate live performances and soulful songs, including her Grammy-winning hit song "Fallin."
Alicia Keys has an estimated net worth of $150M. She is a multi-Grammy award winning singer, songwriter, actress, and producer. Her wealth comes from the sales of her albums, television appearances, sold-out tours, and other endorsements and business ventures.
