1. Alicia Keys was a child prodigy, learning to play the piano by age 7 and composing her first song by age 14.
2. She has won a total of 15 Grammy Awards, making her one of the most awarded female artists in Grammy history.
3. Alicia Keys is a classically trained pianist and attended the Professional Performing Arts School in New York City.
4. She was the first female artist to have an album debut at number one on the Billboard 200 chart in over a decade with her debut album “Songs in A Minor.”
5. Keys was born in New York City but has African-American and Italian heritage, which she celebrates in her music and public persona.
6. She is also an accomplished author; her memoir “More Myself” was published in 2020 and became a bestseller.
7. Alicia Keys is a passionate advocate for social justice and frequently uses her platform to raise awareness on issues such as racial equality and women’s rights.
8. She was featured in the 2019 film “The Secret Life of Pets 2,” where she voiced the character Daisy.
9. In 2021, Keys released her first-ever album, “Keys,” which showcased her duality as an artist with two sides: “Originals” and “Unlocked.”
10. Alicia Keys has a unique performance style; she often performs without makeup, promoting natural beauty and self-acceptance.
