Alicia Keys Biography, Age, Height, Husband, Children, Parents, Net Worth, Songs, Facts & More

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Who is Alicia Keys?

 

Alicia Augello Cook known professionally as Alicia Keys, is an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. Keys has sold over 90 million records worldwide, making her one of the world's best-selling music artists. She achieved acclaim for her unique style and maturity as a classical musician and singer-songwriter.

 

Childhood & Early Life

 

Alicia Augello Cook was born on January 25, 1981, in the Hell's Kitchen, New York, United States to Teresa Augello and Craig Cook. Alicia's father, Craig Cook, is African-American and mother, Terria Joseph is Caucasian. Alicia's maternal grandfather was of Italian descent and grandmother was English, Irish, and Scottish ancestry.

 

Alicia began taking piano lessons at age 7 at her mother's insistence. Keys loved music and singing from early childhood. She proved to be such a prodigy that she was later accepted into the prestigious Professional Performance Arts School of Manhattan, where she majored in choir.

 

Alicia Keys Education

Alicia Keys attended the Professional Performing Arts School (PPAS) in Manhattan, New York, where she graduated as valedictorian at the age of 16. She then received a full scholarship to attend Columbia University, but decided to drop out after just a few weeks to pursue her music career full-time.

Despite dropping out of college, Keys continued to educate herself in music and other fields. She studied classical piano with a private instructor and later trained in jazz and soul with singer and songwriter Betty Wright. She also studied music production and songwriting with her future manager Jeff Robinson, and took acting lessons to improve her stage presence and performance skills.

In addition to her music career, Keys is also an advocate for education and co-founded the nonprofit organization Keep a Child Alive in 2003, which provides support and resources to children and families affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa and India.

Alicia Keys Family

Alicia Keys was born on January 25, 1981, in Manhattan, New York City, to Teresa Augello and Craig Cook. Her mother is of Italian and Scottish descent and her father is African American. Keys' parents separated when she was two years old, and she was raised by her mother in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan.

Keys has two younger half-brothers from her father's side, Cole Cook and Clay Cook. She also has a stepbrother named Andreas Augello from her mother's second marriage.

In 2010, Keys married record producer and rapper Swizz Beatz, whose real name is Kasseem Dean. The couple has two sons, Egypt Daoud Dean, born in October 2010, and Genesis Ali Dean, born in December 2014. Swizz Beatz also has three other children from previous relationships. Keys and her family currently reside in Englewood, New Jersey.

Career

 

At age 16, in 1998 she signed with Arista Records, and wrote and recorded her own albums. Her 2001 debut album, "Songs in A Minor," sold 6 million copies and garnered five Grammy Awards. Her second album, The Diary of Alicia Keys (2003), was also a commercial success, the album sell eight million copies worldwide, and the album garnered her an additional four Grammy Awards.

 

Her third album, As I Am (2007), sold seven million copies worldwide. Her fourth album, The Element of Freedom (2009), sold four million copies worldwide. Her fifth album Girl on Fire (2012), became her fifth Billboard 200 topping album, and included the successful title track. Her sixth studio album, Here (2016), became her seventh US R&B/Hip-Hop chart-topping album. Her seventh and eighth studio albums, Alicia (2020) and Keys (2021),

 

Apart from this, her commercial success album includes albums like Girl on Fire (2012), Here (2016), Alicia (2020) and Keys (2021).

 

Personal Life

 

Alicia Keys married hip-hop producer Swizz Beatz in July 2010. They have their two son; a son named Egypt (born in October 2010) and another son named Genesis (born in December 2014).

 

Alicia Keys Facts

Here are some interesting facts about Alicia Keys:

1. Alicia Keys' real name is Alicia Augello Cook.

2. She started playing the piano at the age of seven and wrote her first song when she was 14 years old.

3. Keys graduated as valedictorian from the Professional Performing Arts School in Manhattan.

4. She was signed to a record deal with Columbia Records at the age of 15, but later left the label to sign with Arista Records.

5. Her debut album, "Songs in A Minor," sold over 12 million copies worldwide and earned her five Grammy Awards.

6. Keys is a classically trained pianist and can also play several other instruments, including the guitar, drums, and bass.

7. In addition to her music career, Keys has acted in several films and television shows, including "The Secret Life of Bees," "Empire," and "The Voice."

8. She is a philanthropist and co-founded the nonprofit organization Keep a Child Alive, which provides support and resources to children and families affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa and India.

9. Keys has won a total of 15 Grammy Awards, making her one of the most awarded female artists in history.

10. She has sold over 65 million records worldwide and is one of the best-selling music artists of all time.

Alicia Keys Net Worth

As of 2023, Alicia Keys' net worth was estimated to be around $180 million.

Keys has earned her fortune through her successful music career, which has spanned over two decades and includes numerous hit albums and singles. She has sold over 65 million records worldwide and is one of the best-selling music artists of all time. She has also won a total of 15 Grammy Awards, making her one of the most awarded female artists in history.

In addition to her music career, Keys has also acted in several films and television shows, and has worked as a producer and director. She is also a successful entrepreneur and has launched her own record label, called AK Worldwide, as well as a line of skin and hair care products called Keys Soulcare.

Keys is also known for her philanthropy and activism, and has supported various causes over the years, including HIV/AIDS research and advocacy, children's education, and social justice initiatives.

Short Biography

 

Date of Birth: 25 January 1981

Birth Place: Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, New York, U.S.

Age (in 2022): 41 Years

Other names: Lellow

Height: 1.68 m

Nationality: American

School: Professional Performing Arts School

Family: Terria Joseph (mother)

            Craig Cook (father)

            Joseph L. Augello (Grandparent)

            Clay Cook, Cole Cook (Half-Brothers)

Spouse: Swizz Beatz (31 July 2010 - present)

Children: Egypt Daoud Dean, Genesis Ali Dean

Zodiac sign/Sun sign: Aquarius

Favorite Colors: Black, Grey

Occupation: Singer, songwriter, pianist, author, actress

Years active: 1996–present

Genres: R&B, soul, pop

Instrument: Vocals, piano

Net Worth: $150 Million

 

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)

Keys (2021)

Santa Baby (2022)

 

Concert And tours

Songs in A Minor Tour (2002)

The Verizon Ladies First Tour (2004)

Diary Tour (2005)

As I Am Tour (2008)

Freedom Tour (2010)

Piano & I: A One Night Only Event with Alicia Keys (2011)

Set the World on Fire Tour (2013)

Alicia + Keys World Tour (2022)

 

Books and Written works

Tears for Water: Songbook of Poems and Lyrics (2004)

Unplugged (2006)

How Can I Keep from Singing (2007)

More Myself: A Journey (2020)

 

Alicia Keys Social Media Profile

https://www.instagram.com/aliciakeys/

https://www.twitter.com/aliciakeys

https://www.facebook.com/aliciakeys

https://www.youtube.com/aliciakeysVEVO

 

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