Alicia Keys

Date of Birth: January 25, 1981

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Biography

Alicia Keys, born Alicia Augello Cook on January 25, 1981, in Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan, New York City, is an acclaimed American musician, singer, and songwriter. Raised by her mother in a single-parent household, Keys showed an early aptitude for music, beginning piano lessons at age seven and attending the prestigious Professional Performing Arts School. Her debut album, “Songs in A Minor,” was released in 2001 and received critical acclaim, earning her five Grammy Awards. Known for her soulful voice and skillful piano playing, Alicia Keys has produced several multi-platinum albums including “The Diary of Alicia Keys” and “As I Am.” Throughout her career, Keys has been an advocate for various social causes and has co-founded the nonprofit organization “Keep a Child Alive,” which provides support to families affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa and India. She has also ventured into acting, authoring books, and serving as a coach on the television show “The Voice.” Her contributions to music and philanthropy have earned her numerous awards and honors, solidifying her status as an influential figure in the entertainment industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Alicia Keys

1. Alicia Keys began composing songs by the age of 12 and was signed by Columbia Records at 15.

2. She is classically trained in piano, having studied composers such as Beethoven, Mozart, and Chopin.

3. Her debut album “Songs in A Minor” sold over 12 million copies worldwide.

4. Alicia Keys has won 15 Grammy Awards over the course of her career.

5. She co-founded the nonprofit organization “Keep a Child Alive” to combat the global AIDS crisis.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Alicia Keys

1. “Everything you want to be, you already are. You’re simply on the path to discovering it.”

2. “I’ve learned that while I’d like to be a perfect person, I’m not. But I’m going to be who I am and that’s who I am.”

3. “I believe Aids is the most important issue we face, because how we treat the poor is a reflection of who we are as a people.”

4. “I think we deserve people who really, really love us.”

5. “It’s when we become afraid of everything and worried about everything that you’re not able to live in the moment.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Alicia Keys’ highest net worth is estimated to be around $150 million.

Children

Alicia Keys has two children with her husband, producer Swizz Beatz. Their first son, Egypt Daoud Dean, was born in October 2010, and their second son, Genesis Ali Dean, was born in December 2014.