Alicia Keys
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Alicia Augello Cook
Date of Birth: January 25, 1981
Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA
Height: 168 cm (5′6″)
Weight: 57 kg (126 lbs)
Religion: Christian
Nationality: American
Ancestry: Italian-American (mother), African-American (father)
Languages: English
Marital Status: Married to Swizz Beatz (2010–present)
Children: 2 (Egypt b. 2010, Genesis b. 2014)
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Pianist, Actress, Producer, Activist
Education: Graduated valedictorian from Professional Performing Arts School, attended Columbia University (left for music)
Net Worth: $150M+ (2025 estimate)
Businesses: AK Worldwide, Keys Soulcare (lifestyle & skincare brand), philanthropy foundations
Total Social Followers: 50M+ across platforms
Properties: Homes in New York, Los Angeles, and La Jolla (California)
Notable Works: “Fallin’”, “If I Ain’t Got You”, “No One”, “Empire State of Mind”
Current Residence: La Jolla, California, USA
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Raised in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan by her mother.
- Began piano lessons at age 7, mastering classical composers like Beethoven and Mozart.
- Signed her first record deal at 15 with Columbia Records, later joining Clive Davis at Arista/J Records.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 2001: Released debut album Songs in A Minor, selling over 12M copies worldwide.
- 2005: Won multiple Grammys for The Diary of Alicia Keys.
- 2009: Collaborated with Jay-Z on “Empire State of Mind”, a global anthem.
- 2010s: Released albums Girl on Fire and Here, expanding her activism.
- 2020s: Continues to perform, produce, and advocate for women’s and children’s rights.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- 15 Grammy Awards.
- 17 NAACP Image Awards.
- Billboard Woman of the Year (2007).
- Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee.
- Global sales exceeding 65M records.
🧠 Did You Know?
- Alicia Keys started playing piano at age 7 and wrote her first song at 14.
- She was accepted into Columbia University at 16 but dropped out to focus on music.
- Her debut album won 5 Grammy Awards in one night.
- “No One” is one of the best-selling singles of the 2000s.
- She co-founded the charity Keep a Child Alive, supporting families with HIV/AIDS.
- Alicia is known for her natural beauty campaign, often performing without makeup.
- She acted in films like Smokin’ Aces and The Secret Life of Bees.
- She is a classically trained pianist with a range of 3 octaves.
- She served as a coach on NBC’s The Voice.
- Alicia Keys is also a best-selling author, with her memoir More Myself.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Alicia Keys born and how old is she?
She was born on January 25, 1981; she is years old as of 2025.
Where is Alicia Keys from?
She was born and raised in New York City, USA.
Is Alicia Keys married?
Yes, she has been married to Swizz Beatz since 2010.
Does Alicia Keys have children?
Yes, she has two sons: Egypt (b. 2010) and Genesis (b. 2014).
What are Alicia Keys’ biggest hits?
“Fallin’”, “If I Ain’t Got You”, “No One”, “Empire State of Mind”.
What is Alicia Keys’ net worth?
Her net worth is estimated at $150M+ (2025).