The Story Behind the Song
Every song tells a story of my heart
Alicia Keys
American singer, pianist and songwriter with multiple Grammy Awards, known for her authentic style and social activism.
All moments: Alicia Keys
- Music Is My Language — Alicia Keys
The piano is my means of expression, it is my voice
- Listen Without Judgment — Alicia Keys
People should only give their opinion if you ask them
- Inspired by the Greats — Alicia Keys
Meeting Oprah was a moment that changed my life
- Speaking Your Truth — Alicia Keys
You need to stand in your truth, move through the world with intention
- A Musician's Journey — Alicia Keys
I started writing music at 15 years old and my first album won five Grammy awards
- The Truth About Yourself — Alicia Keys
Every time I come to an interview, I'm always the same person
Related moments
- Documenting History — Questlove
As a documentarian, I feel a responsibility to preserve the history of Black music and culture
- Birth of a Legend — Paul McCartney
The Beatles were about growth. We changed every single day.
- All Music Is Folk Music — Louis Armstrong
All music is folk music. I ain't never heard a horse sing a song.
- Alien Artist — David Bowie
I never tried to fit in. I prefer to be myself, even if it's alien.
- The Soul of Music — Questlove
Soul is what makes music real. It's what people feel
- Always Be a Good Human — Louis Armstrong
I've always tried to be a good human being. That's what matters.