Alicia Keys, whose career began in the early 2000s, is an American singer-songwriter and classically trained pianist from New York City. She is a Grammy Award-winning recording artist that is known for her soulful ballads, rich melodies, and powerful vocals. She combines different elements of music such as R&B, jazz, soul, and hip hop into a signature sound rooted in authentic musicianship. Her debut album, Songs in A Minor (2001), debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, was certified multi-platinum, and earned her five Grammy Awards—including Song of the Year and Best New Artist. She followed with The Diary of Alicia Keys (2003), which debuted atop the Billboard 200 and produced hits like “You Don’t Know My Name” and “If I Ain’t Got You.” The album earned multiple Grammys and critical acclaim. Later albums such as As I Am (2007)—featuring the five-week number-one single “No One”—The Element of Freedom (2009), Girl on Fire (2012), Here (2016), Alicia (2020), and Keys (2021) further cemented her reputation as one of the biggest voices in music. Her first independent project and ninth studio release was Santa Baby (2022). Over the span of her career, Keys has sold over 90 million records worldwide, won 18 Grammy Awards, and consistently topped charts across genres. Outside of the music world, she co-founded the nonprofit Keep a Child Alive in 2003. She also supports numerous charitable initiatives and recently made her Broadway debut with the musical Hell’s Kitchen (2023). With her blend of soulful songwriting, virtuoso piano, and timeless vocals, Alicia Keys brings elegance, emotion, and star power to corporate galas, live concerts, television specials, and upscale events.